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A Delhi court has reserved its verdict on a plea alleging that Congress leader Sonia Gandhi's name was included in the electoral roll before she became an Indian citizen. The court will pass its order on August 13, after giving Gandhi and the complainant time to file written submissions by August 1.

A Delhi court has reserved its verdict on a plea alleging that Congress leader Sonia Gandhi's name was included in the electoral roll before she became an Indian citizen. The special judge, Visha Gogne of the Rouse Avenue Courts, made this decision after hearing arguments from both parties. This development is significant as it relates to Gandhi's citizenship status and her inclusion in the electoral roll.

The plea was filed by Vikas Tripathi, who sought directions for the registration of a first information report (FIR) against Gandhi. The complaint was initially dismissed on September 11, 2025, but Tripathi then filed a revision plea before the sessions court. On December 9, 2025, the revision court issued notice to Gandhi.

The allegations made by Tripathi are that Gandhi's name was included in the electoral roll of the New Delhi constituency in 1980, even though she became a citizen of India only in April 1983. This has sparked controversy and debate about Gandhi's citizenship status. The court's decision will have significant implications for Gandhi's reputation and her position as a leader of the Congress party.

The Delhi court's verdict on August 13 will be closely watched by legal professionals and the public alike. The outcome of this matter has not yet been reported, but it is expected to shed light on the allegations made against Gandhi and provide clarity on her citizenship status.