
The Times Of India |
Dec 12, 2024 , 10:31:10 IST
Parliament Winter Session Highlights: 'Vice president Dhankhar running circus not Rajya Sabha', says SS (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut
Addressing a press conference on moving no-confidence motion against vice president Dhankhar, Congress President Kharge said that the chairperson continuously 'insults opposition members' and behaves like a 'school master.He added that Dhankhar is "working as a spokesperson of the government for his next promotion."On Tuesday, the BJP raised the issue of alleged links between Congress leaders and George Soros-backed organisations accused of "anti-India" activities, prompting protests from the opposition. The Congress accused the government of stalling parliamentary proceedings to distract from the ongoing Adani issue. Both Houses of Parliament were adjourned without significant business amid uproar, with Congress blaming the BJP for the impasse.In the Rajya Sabha, Leader of the House J.P. Nadda accused Congress of conspiring with Soros to destabilise India. This led to noisy protests, with opposition members demanding answers and raising slogans. This marked the first time the BJP raised the issue in the presence of Congress leader Sonia Gandhi. Congress Deputy Leader Pramod Tiwari rejected the allegations, instead calling for a discussion on the Adani issue, which has recently gained attention due to claims of corruption.In the Lok Sabha, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju further accused Congress of collaborating with Soros and anti-India forces, sparking further protests. Rijiju also criticised Congress leaders for disrespecting Parliament by wearing masks and jackets with caricatures.The opposition continued to disrupt proceedings, demanding the removal of Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar. Speaker Om Birla condemned the protests, urging all members to maintain dignity and allow the House to function smoothly. Despite this, the chaos persisted, with both Houses being adjourned as the BJP and Congress continued to clash over these allegations.
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