The Kerala Legislative Assembly recently passed a formal resolution demanding the removal of Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The resolution, which reflects growing concerns among state lawmakers regarding the current administration of the Election Commission of India (ECI), calls upon the central government to initiate measures aimed at restoring the institution's perceived credibility.

While the resolution highlights a significant legislative action taken by the state, the specific procedural grounds or the exact evidence cited by the Assembly to justify the removal of a constitutional authority remain limited in the current reporting. The move is seen as a direct challenge to the ECI's recent conduct and oversight of electoral processes. As of now, there has been no official response from the central government or the Election Commission regarding the Assembly's demand. The resolution underscores a deepening rift between the state government and federal electoral oversight bodies, though the practical impact of such a resolution remains uncertain given that the power to remove an Election Commissioner rests with the President of India following a parliamentary process.