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Moitra, in her plea, argues that the eviction proceedings are premature as the Supreme Court is yet to rule on her expulsion. She emphasizes that even if expelled, she remains eligible to contest future elections
Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Mahua Moitra has approached the Delhi High Court challenging the Government of India's directive to vacate her government-allotted residence after her recent expulsion from the Lok Sabha.
In her writ petition, Moitra emphasized that the legality of her expulsion as a Member of Parliament (MP) is currently under consideration by the Supreme Court of India.
Moitra contests the validity of the December 11 order issued by the Directorate of Estates, seeking her eviction from the official residence effective January 1, 2024. She urges the Court to either quash the order or grant directions allowing her to stay until the results of the 2024 general elections are declared, pledging to pay any applicable charges for the extended stay.
Justice Subramonium Prasad is scheduled to hear the matter on Tuesday.
Moitra's expulsion from parliament on December 8 followed a recommendation by an Ethics Committee, which found her guilty of accepting cash in exchange for posing questions in parliament. The TMC leader challenged her expulsion in the Supreme Court, and the matter is set for consideration on January 3, 2024.
Moitra, in her plea, argues that the eviction proceedings are premature as the Supreme Court is yet to rule on her expulsion. She emphasizes that even if expelled, she remains eligible to contest future elections.
Eviction would disrupt her ability to engage with party members, parliamentarians, and constituents, particularly in the lead-up to a general election, she contends, highlighting the significant challenges of campaigning while seeking new accommodation alone in Delhi.
Case Title: Mahua Moitra v. Directorate of Estate & Anr.
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