Attack on Federalism: Kerala CM on Bills to Remove Jailed PM, CMs
The Constitution (130th Amendment) Bill, 2025, tabled in the Parliament today has sparked widespread outrage, with Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan describing it as a “blatant attack on federalism and the rights of states.” The Bill seeks to remove Prime Ministers, Chief Ministers, and Ministers who have been arrested or detained for at least 30 days from their posts. Vijayan has strongly condemned the Bill, stating that it is a ploy to destabilize non-BJP governments by weaponizing central agencies and jailing opponents on false charges.
The Bill, if passed, would severely undermine the federal structure of the country and compromise the autonomy of states. Vijayan argued that it would enable the Centre to bypass the Constitution and the law, and take arbitrary decisions without consulting the states. “This is a direct attack on the federal structure of our country,” he said. “It is a clear attempt to erode the powers of the states and concentrate all authority in the Centre.”
The Kerala Chief Minister also pointed out that the Bill would have far-reaching consequences, not just for the country but also for the democratic institutions. “It seeks to undermine the very foundations of democracy and the rule of law,” he said. “It is a clear attempt to destroy the checks and balances that are essential for a healthy democracy.”
Vijayan’s comments come at a time when the country is already reeling under the weight of growing authoritarianism and erosion of democratic institutions. The Bill, if passed, would only exacerbate the situation, further undermining the legitimacy of the democratic process.
The Kerala Chief Minister’s concerns are not unfounded. The Bill, if passed, would give the Centre immense powers to remove elected representatives from their posts without due process. It would also enable the Centre to bypass the Constitution and the law, and take arbitrary decisions without consulting the states.
Vijayan’s comments have been echoed by other opposition leaders, who have also condemned the Bill. The Congress, in a statement, said that the Bill was a “clear attempt to destroy the federal structure of the country and concentrate all power in the Centre.” The party also accused the Centre of trying to “destroy the autonomy of states and the rights of the people.”
Other opposition parties, including the Left parties and the Trinamool Congress, have also condemned the Bill. The Left parties have called it a “blatant attack on federalism and the rights of states,” while the Trinamool Congress has accused the Centre of trying to “destroy the democratic institutions of the country.”
The Kerala Chief Minister’s comments come at a time when the country is already reeling under the weight of growing authoritarianism and erosion of democratic institutions. The Bill, if passed, would only exacerbate the situation, further undermining the legitimacy of the democratic process.
In conclusion, the Constitution (130th Amendment) Bill, 2025, is a blatant attack on federalism and the rights of states. It seeks to destabilize non-BJP governments by weaponizing central agencies and jailing opponents on false charges. The Bill would severely undermine the federal structure of the country and compromise the autonomy of states. It is essential that the Bill is rejected and the country’s democratic institutions are protected.
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