Relief for Rahul Gandhi in Allahabad High Court

Congress senior leader Rahul Gandhi has received relief from the Allahabad High Court regarding a citizenship dispute. On Saturday, the court issued a stay on the orders directing the registration of an FIR against him. Although the very same Lucknow Bench had ordered an inquiry against Rahul on Friday, it subsequently issued a key order staying that earlier decision.

The court observed that it is inappropriate to issue unilateral orders without hearing the arguments of the accused. It clarified that it is mandatory to issue a prior notice to the accused and seek an explanation. This petition was filed by an activist from Karnataka alleging that Rahul Gandhi holds British citizenship; the case is currently ongoing in the High Court.