Delhi High Court delays hearing on PM's disqualification plea

The Delhi High Court has postponed a hearing on a plea seeking Prime Minister Narendra Modi's disqualification from contesting elections. The plea accuses PM Modi of violating the Model Code of Conduct during a campaign speech in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh.

Accusations against PM Modi

Anand S Jondhale filed the plea last week, alleging that PM Modi violated the Model Code of Conduct during a rally in Pilibhit earlier this month. The plea seeks PM Modi's disqualification from elections for six years.

The plea claims that during the rally, PM Modi made references to Hindu and Sikh deities while seeking votes for the BJP candidate from Pilibhit, Jitin Prasada. PM Modi allegedly accused opposition parties of opposing the construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya and disrespecting Hindu deities.

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Delhi HC's delay of hearing

The Delhi High Court did not hear the matter on the scheduled date as the bench was not assembled. The hearing is now rescheduled for April 29.The petition seeks a six-year ban on PM Modi from contesting elections, citing violations of the Model Code of Conduct during the Pilibhit rally.

The delay in the hearing prolongs the legal battle surrounding the allegations against PM Modi. The plea raises questions about the Prime Minister's conduct during election campaigns and its compliance with electoral rules. The outcome of the hearing will determine the future course of action regarding PM Modi's eligibility to contest elections.

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