BJP MP Moves Notice Seeking Termination Of Rahul Gandhi’s Parliament Membership

Last Updated:February 12, 2026, 12:00 IST

The BJP MP demanded that Rahul Gandhi's membership should be cancelled and that he be barred from contesting elections for life.

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey said there is no plan to move a privilege motion against Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi.

“There is no privilege motion. I have submitted a substantive motion wherein I have mentioned how he allegedly engages with the Soros Foundation, Ford Foundation, USAID and travels to places like Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam and the US, and how he is linked with anti-India forces," Dubey said.

The BJP MP further demanded that Rahul Gandhi’s membership should be cancelled and that he be barred from contesting elections for life.

What Is Substantive Motion?

A Substantive Motion is like a no-confidence motion or like an impeachment that can be brought against anyone holding an official position or that of high authority. It’s admissability will be debated in the House.

The person moving the motion will have to substantiate the grounds and charges.

A substantive motion is a formal proposal made by a member for consideration by the House. It usually involves a substantive issue that requires a decision.

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