Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, voiced strong objections during a meeting regarding the selection of the next director of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). He stated that he does not wish to participate in what he perceives as a biased process led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Gandhi's dissent note highlighted that he was not given access to crucial 360-degree reports on eligible candidates, which he believes is essential for a fair assessment. He accused the government of reducing the selection process to a formality, asserting that the Leader of Opposition should not merely serve as a 'rubber stamp'. The current CBI director, Praveen Sood, appointed on May 25, 2023, is nearing the end of his term on May 24, 2024. Gandhi's concerns reflect broader issues regarding the misuse of the CBI for political purposes, as he emphasized the importance of his role in preventing institutional bias. The selection committee is considering a list of senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officers for the position, but Gandhi's lack of access to candidate evaluations raises questions about the transparency of the process.