New Delhi: Rahul Gandhi, the former Congress President, has taken a decisive step to challenge his disqualification as the Lok Sabha MP from Wayanad following a conviction in the 'Modi surname' defamation case. In a recent development, Rahul Gandhi filed an affidavit before the Supreme Court, firmly maintaining his innocence and seeking justice against what he considers an unjust and unsustainable conviction.

Throughout the affidavit, Rahul Gandhi emphatically denied any wrongdoing and expressed his refusal to apologize, stating that it would imply accepting guilt for something he did not commit. He accused Purnesh Modi, the complainant in the defamation case, of using derogatory terms such as 'arrogant' to attack him simply because he declined to apologize.

Citing an abuse of the judicial process, Gandhi's legal team contended that the criminal process and the Representation of Peoples Act were misused to force him into apologizing falsely. They urged the Supreme Court to intervene and prevent such misuse of legal proceedings.

In his plea, the former Congress chief highlighted the exceptional nature of his case, asserting that the alleged offence was trivial. He emphasized the irreparable harm caused to his reputation as an elected MP due to the conviction. On the other hand, he argued that there was no prejudice caused to the complainant.

Seeking immediate relief, Gandhi's legal team appealed to the Supreme Court for a stay on the conviction, allowing him to participate in the ongoing sittings of the Lok Sabha and future sessions. His goal is to resume his responsibilities as an elected representative while the appeal is being considered.

The Supreme Court will now review the merits of Rahul Gandhi's appeal and decide whether his disqualification will be overturned, allowing him to return to his duties as a Member of Parliament.

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