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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has launched a fierce attack on the BJP-led central government over the 130th Constitution Amendment Bill. He described the proposed legislation as a "Black Day" for Indian democracy that would allow arbitrary removal of opposition chief ministers. Stalin accused the BJP of using this as a diversionary tactic from allegations of vote theft in recent elections. He expressed confidence that the judiciary would strike down what he called an unconstitutional amendment aimed at intimidating regional parties.

Key Points: Stalin Slams Modi 130th Constitution Amendment as Black Bill

  • Stalin calls 130th Amendment a Black Bill undermining democracy
  • Accuses BJP of vote theft and diversionary tactics
  • Claims bill allows removal of CMs without trial
  • Predicts courts will strike down unconstitutional amendment
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'Undermines democracy': Stalin criticises Centre over 130th Constitution Amendment bill

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin accuses BJP of undermining democracy with 130th Constitution Amendment Bill, calling it a "Black Day" that empowers Centre to remove CMs.

"This is how dictatorships begin: Steal votes, silence rivals and crush states - M.K. Stalin"

Chennai, Aug 20

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the BJP-led Central government over the introduction of the 130th Constitution Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha, warning that the legislation, if passed, would undermine democracy and empower the Centre to arbitrarily unseat opposition Chief Ministers.

In a post on X, Stalin accused the BJP government of attempting to “defile” the Constitution and described the proposed amendment as a “Black Day” in Indian democracy.

“The 130th Constitutional Amendment is not reform. This is a Black Day and this is a Black Bill. Thirty-day arrest equals removal of an elected CM. No trial, no conviction – just BJP’s diktat. This is how dictatorships begin: Steal votes, silence rivals and crush states,” he wrote.

The Chief Minister alleged that the move was a diversionary tactic by the BJP, which is facing allegations of “vote theft.” He claimed that after being accused of forming the government through fraudulent means, the party is desperate to divert public attention.

“Having stolen the mandate of the people through fraud, the BJP is now desperate to distract public attention from this expose. To do that, they have brought in the 130th Constitutional Amendment Bill,” Stalin said.

Expressing confidence that the judiciary would intervene, Stalin said the bill would not withstand judicial scrutiny.

“This unconstitutional amendment will certainly be struck down by the courts because guilt is decided only after trial, not by mere registration of a case,” he asserted. He further charged that the proposed amendment is aimed at intimidating regional allies within the NDA.

“This is a sinister attempt to intimidate regional parties in the NDA, whose leaders are CMs or Ministers in various States – ‘stick with us or else.’ The first move of any emerging dictator is to give himself the power to arrest and remove rivals from office. That is exactly what this Bill seeks to do,” Stalin added.

The Constitution (One Hundred and Thirtieth Amendment) Bill, 2025, along with the Government of Union Territories (Amendment) Bill, 2025, and the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2025, was introduced by Union Home Minister Amit Shah and referred to a Joint Committee of Parliament.

The amendment proposes that the Prime Minister or Chief Ministers detained for 30 consecutive days on charges of corruption or serious offences could be removed from office.

- IANS

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Priya S
Actually, I think there should be some mechanism to remove corrupt CMs. Too many politicians use power to avoid accountability. If someone is arrested for serious crimes, they shouldn't hold office. But 30 days might be too short a period.
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Aryan P
This is political drama from both sides. DMK has its own corruption issues, and BJP is overreaching. The truth is our system needs reform, but this bill seems like political vendetta rather than genuine reform. Judiciary should indeed review this properly.
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Sarah B
As someone who has lived in India for 10 years, I've seen how federalism works here. Central government overreach could really damage the unique state identities. Tamil Nadu has always valued its autonomy - this feels like a direct attack on that.
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Manish T
The timing is suspicious. Right after election fraud allegations, they bring this bill? Feels like distraction tactics as Stalin says. Our democracy is being tested. Hope the courts protect the constitution. 🇮🇳
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Kavya N
While I don't support arbitrary removal, we do need accountability mechanisms. Many CMs have serious cases pending for years and continue in office. There should be a balanced approach - not too harsh, not too lenient.

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