A Delhi Sessions Court has set aside a magistrate court order that had declined to direct registration of an FIR concerning allegations that Congress leader Sonia Gandhi's name was included in the electoral rolls before she became an Indian citizen.
The case originated from a complaint alleging that Gandhi's name appeared in electoral records several years prior to her acquisition of Indian citizenship. The complainant sought criminal investigation into the circumstances surrounding the alleged inclusion.
In an order delivered on September 21, 2026, the Sessions Court held that the earlier magistrate order suffered from apparent non-application of mind and lacked adequate consideration of the issues raised in the complaint. The court observed that the allegations required proper judicial examination before being dismissed.
Consequently, the Sessions Court set aside the previous order and remanded the matter to the Magistrate Court for fresh consideration in accordance with law. The court did not order immediate registration of an FIR but directed reconsideration of the complaint and the relief sought therein.
The development revives legal scrutiny surrounding allegations relating to electoral roll inclusion and citizenship status. The matter is expected to be heard afresh by the Magistrate Court, which will examine the complaint and determine the appropriate legal course based on the materials placed on record.
The order underscores the judiciary's emphasis on reasoned decision-making, particularly in cases involving electoral records, citizenship-related allegations, and requests for criminal investigation.