Politics

Rahul Gandhi Will Need Civic Body Approval Before Vacating Official Bungalow

Swarajya StaffMar 28, 2023, 11:13 AM | Updated 11:13 AM IST
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi


Rahul Gandhi, recently disqualified from Lok Sabha, needs a no-objection certificate (NOC) from the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) to vacate his official bungalow, according to an official.

The Lok Sabha Housing Committee's letter requesting Rahul Gandhi to vacate his residence has also been forwarded to the NDMC, responsible for water and electricity in the Central Public Works Department bungalows.

The official clarified that they handle civic amenities such as water and electricity supply, not property, as reported in PTI.

Rahul Gandhi was advised to obtain an NOC from the NDMC before leaving the bungalow.


On 23 March, Gandhi was convicted and sentenced to two years in prison in a criminal defamation case by a Gujarat court. As a result, he was disqualified as a Lok Sabha member from the date of the sentence.

Losing Lok Sabha membership means leaving the official bungalow within a month, as per a senior official.

Gandhi can request an extension from the Housing Committee, and their decision will be based on the validity of his reasons.

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