Union Cabinet recommends revocation of President's rule in Arunachal

The Union Cabinet recommended revocation of President's Rule in Arunachal Pradesh.

The Union Cabinet's decision came a day after the Supreme Court refused to restrain the Arunachal Governor from swearing-in a new government in the state, which is under President rule since January 26.

Congress dissident Kalikho Pul on Wednesday said the Governor should invite them to form a Government. "We told the Governor that when the President ceases proclamation of his rule, we should be invited to form a Government," said Pul.

Former finance minister Pul, along with 32 MLAs, on Monday called on Governor J.P. Rajkhowa to stake claim for forming the next government in the politically fragile state. The revolt by Congress dissidents led by Pul led to a political crisis in the state that finally led to imposition of President's Rule.

Yesterday, a Congress delegation met President Pranab Mukherjee and urged him not to take any action over withdrawal of President's Rule if Centre makes any recommendation in this regard.

The Supreme Court is hearing petitions seeking examination about the scope of discretionary powers of the Governor.