Congress Expels 7, Sanctions 36 After Bihar Poll Debacle

• Congress initiated disciplinary action against 43 leaders in Bihar for anti-party activities and indiscipline after winning only 6 of 61 seats.
• Many leaders revolted against state leadership, including Bihar Congress president Rajesh Ram and AICC in-charge Krishna Allavaru, alleging ticket distribution for money.
• A state-level disciplinary committee, led by Kapil Dev Prasad Yadav, was formed post-election results.
• Seven leaders, including former vice-presidents Rajkumar Rajan and Shakeelur Rahman, and Banka district chief Kanchana Singh, have been expelled.
• Show-cause notices were issued to 36 others, and 6 names were forwarded to the All India Congress Committee for further action.

Why It Matters: Congress cracks down on 43 leaders in Bihar for indiscipline following its dismal election performance.