The Delhi High Court intervened in the case of seven suspended BJP MLAs who disrupted the Lieutenant Governor’s address during the budget session. Justice Subramonoium Prasad directed the privileges committee to halt proceedings against the MLAs, emphasizing fair adjudication. The court expressed concern over the constituencies going unrepresented and emphasized the need for a comprehensive review.
The Delhi High Court hears BJP MLAs’ plea against suspension, accusing AAP of politicizing the matter by comparing it to Raghav Chadha’s suspension. The suspended MLAs argue their suspension is unconstitutional and politically motivated, hindering democratic processes. The court instructed the MLAs to meet the Speaker, indicating the significant implications of the case on legislative authority and democratic values.
The Delhi High Court questioned seven suspended BJP MLAs about the possibility of apologizing to the lieutenant governor for their disruptions during his address at the Delhi Assembly. The court’s attention was directed to this matter, with senior advocates indicating the importance of upholding the dignity of the lieutenant governor’s office. The MLAs expressed readiness to offer apologies.
The Supreme Court of India issues directives to district magistrates and police superintendents in Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh to monitor upcoming rallies by Hindu Janajagruti Samiti and BJP MLA T Raja Singh. This follows concerns about potential hate speech. While declining to cancel the rallies, the court emphasizes vigilance and the installation of CCTV cameras at rally venues.