Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram criticized the One Nation, One Election Bill, saying it violates constitutional basics and federal democracy principles. He claimed the bill’s text would prevent elections in 2029 and said the parliamentary committee received suggestions on defining grounds for deferring state polls.
WHO:P Chidambaram
WHAT:Criticized the One Nation, One Election Bill, arguing it would violate constitutional and federal democracy principles and affect elections in 2029.
WHEN:Reported Aug 25, 2026 at 1:39 AM ET
WHERE:India
WHY:He objected to the proposed bill’s constitutional and federal democracy implications, including its effect on elections in 2029.
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