TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee has questioned the fairness of the CEC appointment process and demanded a judicial probe into the commission's functioning.
Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Abhishek Banerjee has launched a sharp attack on the appointment process of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC).
He stated that if a person is appointed directly by the Prime Minister, it is natural that they will work for the Prime Minister.
Banerjee's statement comes amid questions raised by the opposition regarding the institutional independence of the Election Commission.
Abhishek Banerjee has demanded the removal of the current Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar amidst the ongoing controversy.
He emphasized the need for a court-monitored investigation into the functioning of the Election Commission.
According to the TMC MP, serious questions related to the democratic process must be thoroughly investigated.
He stated that it is essential to fix the accountability of those responsible in this entire matter.
The matter of the appointment process for the CEC and other Election Commissioners is currently pending in the Supreme Court.
The 'Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Act, 2023' has been challenged in court.
A key feature of this new law is the exclusion of the Chief Justice of India from the selection committee.
On September 23, 2026, a two-judge bench of the Supreme Court heard this important case.
During the hearing, differing opinions emerged among the judges on whether to refer the matter to a five-judge Constitution Bench.
Recent media reports claimed internal differences and dissent within the Election Commission.
According to a report by the Indian Express, Election Commissioners Sandhu and Joshi had recorded objections on several administrative issues.
The report also claimed that in some important cases, both commissioners questioned the lack of information provided regarding decisions.
The Election Commission has summarily rejected all claims of internal dissent and differences.
The Commission clarified in an official statement that all its final decisions were taken unanimously by all three Election Commissioners.
According to the Commission, it is a normal part of the institutional process for different suggestions, comments, or objections to arise during deliberations.
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