New Delhi, India — April 2, 2026
Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Thursday stated that the Congress party would scrap the CAPF Bill 2026 if it comes to power in the upcoming general elections.
The remarks signal a clear political position by the party on the proposed legislation concerning Central Armed Police Forces.
Statement Made After Meeting CRPF Officer
Rahul Gandhi shared his views through a video posted on X (formerly Twitter), where he referred to his interaction with Ajay Malik, an Assistant Commandant in the Central Reserve Police Force.
In the video, Gandhi highlighted concerns raised during the meeting and used them to underline his party’s opposition to the bill.
Congress Signals Policy Reversal
The Congress leader said that the CAPF Bill 2026 would be repealed if the party forms the government, indicating a potential rollback of the proposed policy framework.
While Gandhi did not elaborate extensively on specific provisions in this brief statement, the announcement positions the bill as a key political issue ahead of upcoming elections.
