‘Constitutional monstrosity’: P Chidambaram attacks One Nation, One Election Bill

Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram argued against simultaneous elections in 2029. He stated the proposed legislation violates constitutional basics and federal democracy principles. Chidambaram believes the bill's text prevents elections in 2029, which he sees as fortunate. The parliamentary committee received suggestions to define grounds for deferring state polls. Opposition parties plan a nationwide campaign against the "constitutional monstrosity" legislation.

By YASHASVI VASISTHA