Former editor, retired judges seek Modi-Rahul debate on Lok Sabha polls

A senior journalist and two former judges have written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to participate in a public debate on the ongoing Lok Sabha elections.

Former Editor of 'The Hindu' newspaper N Ram, former Supreme Court judge Madan Lokur and former Delhi High Court Chief Justice A P Shah urged the two leaders to participate in a public debate on a non-commercial and non-partisan platform.

"A public debate such as this would, therefore, set a great precedent, not just by educating the public, but also in projecting the true image of a healthy and vibrant democracy," the letter said.

The three urged Modi and Gandhi to nominate a representative for the debate if either of them is unavailable to participate.