Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge strongly criticized the government's suspension of 141 opposition MPs during the ongoing Winter Session. Kharge accused the BJP of displaying autocratic tendencies and undermining democracy through tactics of suspension, exclusion, and an alleged effort to stifle dissent.
He emphasized the impact of the MPs' suspension on critical Bills like the Criminal Law Amendments, implying that these measures hindered the voices of opposition during crucial debates. Kharge reiterated the Opposition's call for the Union Home Minister's statement regarding the parliamentary security breach, stressing the need for a comprehensive discussion on the issue.
The suspension of 49 Lok Sabha MPs on Tuesday, alongside prior suspensions of other MPs, totaled 141, all demanding a detailed discussion on the Parliament security breach attributed to Home Minister Amit Shah. Kharge's remarks reflect the Opposition's discontent with what they perceive as the government's suppression of democratic dialogue and debate.
Key Points:
1. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the government's suspension of 141 opposition MPs for the remainder of the Winter Session, labeling it as an autocratic tactic by the BJP to dismantle democracy.
2. Kharge accused the BJP of adopting a strategy involving suspension, expulsion, and forceful imposition to undermine democracy, particularly when crucial bills like the Criminal Law Amendments are up for debate.
3. He emphasized the government's reluctance to allow the opposition's voice during discussions on important bills, alleging that the suspension of MPs was a deliberate attempt to silence dissent and avoid meaningful deliberations.
4. Kharge highlighted the BJP's alleged attempt to suppress opposing views by suspending MPs, preventing necessary discussions on the Union Home Minister's statement regarding a significant security breach.
5. His statements followed the suspension of 49 Lok Sabha MPs on Tuesday, adding to the earlier suspensions of 33 Lok Sabha MPs, 45 Rajya Sabha MPs, 13 Lok Sabha MPs, and one Rajya Sabha MP on separate occasions.
6. A total of 141 MPs were suspended for pressing for a detailed discussion on the security breach in Parliament involving Home Minister Amit Shah.
7. Kharge condemned the government's actions, insisting on the opposition's right to address critical issues and demand accountability from the Home Minister.
8. The Congress President reiterated the opposition's persistent demands for a comprehensive discussion on the security breach and the Home Minister's involvement.
9. He criticized the government's alleged autocratic behavior, stating that such suspensions were aimed at curbing opposition voices and undermining the democratic process.
10. Kharge's remarks highlighted the ongoing contention between the opposition and the ruling party regarding the suspension of MPs and the contentious discussions on significant bills during the Winter Session.
(With Agency Inputs)
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