In this eye-opening interview with Molitics, Arfa Khanum, Senior Editor at The Wire, delves into pressing issues affecting India’s democracy, the political landscape, and the marginalized communities. She discusses the recent bill introduced in Parliament that mandates the resignation of any Prime Minister, Chief Minister, or Minister who spends more than 30 days in jail. Arfa criticizes the bill, raising concerns that it targets opposition Chief Ministers and could be misused for political purposes, potentially undermining the democratic process. Arfa also highlights concerns about electoral integrity, specifically vote manipulation. She draws attention to the troubling connection between Bihar’s Election Officer tweets and BJP’s official social media, suggesting a shared narrative aimed at controlling public perception. She raises serious questions about the influence of central agencies in shaping election outcomes and the role of the Election Commission in undermining the opposition's credibility. In addition, Arfa speaks out on the sedition case filed against The Wire founders, Siddharth Varadarajan and Karan Thapar, by Assam’s Hemanta Biswa Sarma government. She argues that such actions serve to silence dissenting voices, particularly those of marginalized groups such as the poor, tribal communities, and Muslims. Arfa sheds light on the broader issue of growing religious and caste-based divisions in the country, noting that Muslims, once aspiring for employment, now struggle for basic survival. This conversation with Arfa Khanum provides critical insights into India’s current political and social climate, shedding light on the dangerous repercussions of these issues on the future of democracy. Don't miss this thought-provoking discussion.