Controversy Unfolds: FIR Ordered Against Rahul Gandhi in Citizenship Case

The decision by the Allahabad High Court to file an FIR against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi for alleged dual citizenship has sparked controversy, with former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot expressing disbelief. Gehlot criticized the move as unwarranted, highlighting that past petitions with similar allegations had been previously dismissed by both the Allahabad High Court and the Supreme Court.

The contentious petition, filed by BJP worker S Vignesh Shishir, claims that Gandhi registered as a UK citizen and founded a company named M/S Backops Ltd in 2003. Despite earlier dismissals by a special MP/MLA court in Rae Bareli and the MP/MLA court in Lucknow, the high court's recent directive demands further investigation.

Gehlot lamented the pursuit against Gandhi, noting the sacrifices of his family members in India's history and Gandhi's efforts to promote national unity. He termed these legal maneuvers as an unfortunate attempt to misplace focus and burden the executive judicially.

(With inputs from agencies.)