- By Priyanka Koul
- Mon, 09 Dec 2024 05:56 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
The Opposition INDIA bloc is likely to bring a no-confidence motion against Rajya Sabha Chairman and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar under Article 67(b) of the Indian Constitution, according to ANI. The motion has reportedly garnered approximately 70 signatures from MPs representing various parties within the bloc, as reported by India Today. The INDIA bloc has accused Dhankhar of “partisan functioning.”
INDIA bloc is likely to move a Motion of No Confidence against the Rajya Sabha Chairman, alleging partisan functioning in the House. Parties will be moving the motion under Article 67(B) of the Constitution. All the parties of the INDIA bloc have signed the Motion including TMC,…
— ANI (@ANI) December 9, 2024
This move comes after growing dissatisfaction among opposition leaders over Dhankhar's handling of proceedings in the Rajya Sabha. Various members of the Congress, Trinamool Congress (TMC), Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Samajwadi Party (SP), and other constituents of the INDIA bloc are reportedly united in their decision to advance the motion.
#WATCH | Delhi | Congress Rajya Sabha MP Digvijaya Singh says, "I have been in governemnt, in opposition, as an MLA and also as and MP from 1977, but, in my entire political career, I have never seen such a biased chairman... He doesn't let us speak but makes everyone (from the… pic.twitter.com/kdhYex95Xt
— ANI (@ANI) December 9, 2024
During the Budget Session of Parliament, MPs from opposition parties expressed concerns that they're not getting enough time and space to share their views in the Rajya Sabha.
#WATCH | Delhi | BJP MP Rajiv Pratap Rudy says, "The way opposition behave in the House - it remains a big question before Congress that why they don't want the House to function."
— ANI (@ANI) December 9, 2024
He adds, "...Why Congress is running away from having a discussion (regarding George Soros'… pic.twitter.com/E4KePv0TA9
Earlier on Monday, the Rajya Sabha was adjourned amid uproar over allegations by the BJP that top Congress leaders were colluding with billionaire investor George Soros to destabilize the country. Vice President Dhankhar said that some powerful people can harm the country more than the Covid virus.
#WATCH | Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar says, "I find the functioning of the House because of disorder is not possible. The House is adjourned till 2 pm." pic.twitter.com/MjpO1ZIQZT
— ANI (@ANI) December 9, 2024
Later, amidst continued disruptions from both treasury and opposition benches, the Upper House proceeded at 3 pm after three adjournments. Dhankhar informed members that a meeting had been held in his chamber between the Leader of the House and the Leader of the Opposition.
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“The purpose of that meeting was to ensure that the House runs smoothly. Both sides had a frank discussion and they signalled two things. One, that integrity, and sovereignty of the nation are sacred for us. We cannot allow any forces within the country or outside to sacrilege our unity, our integrity and our sovereignty," said Dhankhar.
"I wish to reflect upon a historic milestone in our nation’s journey towards democracy. The first sitting of the Constituent Assembly of India was held on this very day, the 9th of December, in the year 1946.
— Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) December 9, 2024
This moment marked the beginning of the profound task of crafting the… pic.twitter.com/2NzAk1KyaC
The Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar then appealed to all members to honor their constitutional oath and prioritize the nation's integrity.