Congress Questions SEBI Chief's Alleged Protection by Government

Congress leader Pawan Khera criticizes the NDA government, accusing it of shielding SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch from accountability amid allegations. The Congress demands answers on Buch's absence at the Public Accounts Committee meeting, pressing for transparency and accountability in the face of serious accusations.

In a heated press conference on Tuesday, Congress leader Pawan Khera launched a fierce attack on the NDA government, accusing it of safeguarding SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch against accountability, amid growing allegations against her.

Rahul Gandhi intensified the pressure by uploading a video accusing the government of shielding Buch, questioning its motives, and suggesting potential blackmail. Gandhi's remarks follow Buch's notable absence from a parliamentary Public Accounts Committee (PAC) meeting, fueling further controversy.

The Public Accounts Committee meeting was postponed due to a stir caused by Buch's non-appearance, with K C Venugopal, head of the PAC, revealing Buch cited personal reasons for her inability to attend. Previously, Buch had dismissed allegations against her as legally dubious and malicious.

(With inputs from agencies.)