Rahul Gandhi, a prominent member of the Indian National Congress party, has voiced his dissent regarding the selection of the new director of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Gandhi claims that the selection process has been compromised, alleging that it has become a 'mockery' aimed at ensuring the appointment of a 'pre-decided candidate.' He argues that the Leader of Opposition should play a meaningful role in the selection committee, which he believes has been undermined by the government's actions. In his letter, Gandhi mentions that he was not provided with essential self-appraisal and 360-degree reports of eligible candidates before the committee meeting, which he asserts is necessary for a fair assessment. He stresses that the Leader of Opposition is not a mere rubber stamp and cannot participate in a biased process. The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) is currently preparing a shortlist of senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officers for the position, with incumbent director Praveen Sood also in consideration despite his extension beyond the typical tenure.