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CNBC TV1806-01-2026, 22:57

Lucknow Court Hears Arguments Challenging Rahul Gandhi's Citizenship

  • A special MP/MLA court in Lucknow heard arguments regarding a complaint challenging Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's citizenship.
  • Complainant S Vignesh Shishir argued that Rahul Gandhi holds dual citizenship, demanding his Lok Sabha MP election from Rae Bareli be cancelled.
  • Shishir's complaint alleges offences under Bhartiya Nyay Sanhita, Passport Act, Foreigners Act, and Official Secrets Act.
  • The court will continue the hearing on Wednesday.
  • The case was transferred to Lucknow from Rae Bareli by the Allahabad High Court due to the complainant's life threat concerns.

Why It Matters: Lucknow court proceeds with hearing a complaint questioning Rahul Gandhi's citizenship and Lok Sabha election.

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