New Delhi, November 12, 2026: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has criticised the Congress party for appointing Manipur MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam to key election committees despite sexual harassment allegations against him.
Gupta questioned the party’s commitment to women’s dignity and demanded explanations from Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi.
Congress Appoints MP to Key Election Committees
The controversy emerged after Congress announced several committees for the upcoming Manipur Assembly elections.
Akoijam, who represents Inner Manipur in the Lok Sabha, was appointed as a member of the Pradesh Election Committee and Campaign Committee.
He was also named Co-Chairperson of the Manifesto Committee.
Former Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh was appointed Chairperson of the Pradesh Election Committee, while Lokeshwar Singh was named Chairperson of the Campaign Committee.
Rekha Gupta Questions Congress Leadership
Reacting to the appointments, Gupta accused Congress of contradicting its stated commitment to women’s safety.
She questioned why an MP facing serious allegations of sexual harassment had been given important organisational responsibilities.
Gupta also demanded that Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi explain the decision.
Sexual Harassment Allegations Against MP
Akoijam faces sexual harassment and misconduct allegations made by 11 female students of Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU).
An FIR has been registered at Delhi’s Vasant Kunj North Police Station, and the matter remains under investigation.
Akoijam has denied the allegations and previously described disciplinary proceedings against him as a witch-hunt, questioning the process followed by the university.
The allegations have not been established as criminal guilt.
Delhi Court Addresses Anticipatory Bail Plea
On November 12, a Delhi court disposed of Akoijam’s anticipatory bail application after Delhi Police informed the court that his immediate arrest was not being considered.
Police stated that a seven-day notice would be provided if circumstances required his arrest.
The legal proceedings and investigation remain significant developments in the case.
Political Controversy Continues
The appointments have drawn criticism from several BJP leaders, including Smriti Irani, who questioned the Congress leadership over its position on women’s rights.
The Congress had not issued a detailed response to the latest criticism in the reports reviewed.
The controversy has brought renewed attention to political accountability and the responsibilities assigned to leaders facing serious allegations.
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