Chennai, Aug. 21 -- The 130th Constitutional Amendment Bill, introduced under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, is a transformative step toward realising a Viksit Bharat, said Tamil Nadu BJP Spokesperson ANS Prasad.

In a statement, Prasad stated, "Rooted in the sanctity of BR Ambedkar's Constitution, this Bill serves as a powerful instrument, a Brahmastra, to ensure corruption-free governance by barring those convicted in criminal cases and imprisoned for 30 days from holding public office. It is a resolute commitment to justice, accountability, and the aspirations of India's citizens."

Prasad further said, "Regrettably, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, an...