Allahabad HC orders FIR against Rahul Gandhi in alleged dual citizenship case

The Lucknow Bench of the Allahabad High Court on Friday (April 17, 2026) directed the registration of an FIR against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi in connection with an alleged dual citizenship controversy.

The court also observed that after the registration of the FIR, the State government may seek the assistance of a central agency to investigate the matter.

Published - April 17, 2026 06:30 pm IST