Tamil Nadu CM Slams 'Black Bill' Constitutional Amendment as Threat to Democracy

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin voiced strong opposition to the 130th Constitutional Amendment Bill, labeling it a 'Black Bill' designed to politically persecute opponents and undermine India's democratic principles. According to Stalin, the Bill facilitates the arrest and removal of elected leaders without trial, marking a step towards dictatorship.

The accusation was made in a social media post where Stalin called for democratic forces to unite against the Bill. Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu BJP leader K Annamalai retorted by highlighting alleged corruption within Stalin's political alliance, citing examples of politicians retaining office despite criminal charges.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah introduced the controversial Bill to the Lok Sabha, which proposes the removal of government officials detained for serious offenses. This spurred fierce debates and protests from the opposition, prompting the draft laws to be referred to a Joint Committee of Parliament.