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Union Minister Kiren Rijiju clarified that the Constitution Club elections are non-political, dismissing any party influence. BJP leaders Sanjeev Baliyan and Rajiv Pratap Rudy are contesting for the secretary post. TMC MP Shatrughan Sinha praised the enthusiasm, calling it unique across party lines. The club, established in 1948, promotes discussions beyond political affiliations.

Key Points: Kiren Rijiju Says Constitution Club Elections Are Non-Political

  • Rijiju stresses no party politics in CCI elections
  • BJP leaders Baliyan and Rudy contest for secretary post
  • TMC's Shatrughan Sinha notes unprecedented excitement
  • Club aims to foster discussions beyond party lines
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Union Minister Kiren Rijiju terms the Constitution Club of India elections non political

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju emphasizes the non-political nature of Constitution Club elections, as BJP leaders Baliyan and Rudy contest.

"Constitution Club election is not political...There is no meaning of 'party-baazi' here. – Kiren Rijiju"

New Delhi, August 12

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Tuesday termed the Constitution Club of India (CCI) elections as non-political, stating that there is no place for "party-baazi" in the club.

The elections for the post of CCI secretary are scheduled to be held on Tuesday, with former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders Sanjeev Kumar Baliyan and Rajiv Pratap Rudy in the fray.

"Constitution Club election is not political...There is no meaning of 'party-baazi' here," Kiren Rijiju told reporters.

Earlier, Sanjeev Kumar Baliyan said that the results of the Constitution Club of India elections don't matter, but the "dignity" of the Constitution Club should remain intact.

Baliyan, contesting alongside BJP MP Rajiv Pratap Rudy, recalled that the club was established to encourage discussions above party politics. He further noted that the results of the elections do not matter and the Constitution Club's purpose will be fulfilled now.

"Whatever the results, the dignity of this constitutional club remains intact; it is a platform for MPs and former MPs. It was formed to have discussions by rising above party lines. Good discussions take place here. It is a good thing that this club is in the news again," Sanjeev Kumar Baliyan told ANI.

After casting a vote, Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Shatrughan Sinha said that he had not witnessed such excitement in any other election across the party.

"It was a good experience. I haven't seen such excitement in any election so far, cutting across party lines", Sinha said.

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey also hailed the enthusiasm in the Constitution Club elections, stating that he has not seen such a crowd in the past 25 years. Dubey said that the dignity of the Constitution Club is returning.

Earlier, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Union Ministers JP Nadda and Pyush Goyal also cast their vote in the elections.

Established in 1948, the Constitution Club of India aims to foster social contact and provide the usual amenities of club life for the benefit of the members of the Indian Constituent Assembly.

The Constitution Club of India is headed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha, along with the Executive Body Comprising sitting and former Members of Parliament.

- ANI

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Shreya B
While the intention sounds noble, it's hard to believe when all contestants are from BJP. How can it be truly non-political? The club needs more diverse representation to maintain credibility.
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Aman W
The Constitution Club is a great institution from our freedom struggle era. Glad it's getting attention again. More such non-partisan platforms needed for healthy debates in our democracy.
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Priyanka N
Shatrughan Sinha's comment about the excitement says it all! When was the last time we saw MPs so enthusiastic about something non-political? Maybe this club can set an example for Parliament too 😊
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Varun X
The club's original purpose of rising above party lines is commendable. But in today's polarized environment, will it remain neutral? Need to see more opposition members actively participating to believe this.
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Nisha Z
Interesting to see Amit Shah and other senior leaders voting. Hope this renewed interest leads to more constructive dialogues between ruling and opposition parties. Our democracy needs such spaces!

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