1. Six Congress MLAs in Himachal Pradesh were disqualified from the state assembly for backing the BJP during a recent Rajya Sabha election.
2. Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania announced their disqualification on February 29, citing violations of the anti-defection law.
3. This event signifies a notable shift in the state’s political dynamics.
Dalhousie, Feb 29: Six Congress MLAs in Himachal Pradesh faced disqualification from the state assembly after supporting the BJP during a recent Rajya Sabha election.
Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania announced their disqualification on February 29, citing violations of the anti-defection law, marking a significant development in the state’s political landscape.
The defection of these MLAs had ignited a political crisis in the state. Despite this setback, the Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu-led Congress government managed to retain stability, successfully passing the budget amidst the turmoil.
Congress leader Vikramaditya Singh, who had earlier resigned as a minister in protest, announced his decision to withhold his resignation pending discussions with party leaders.
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This move provides temporary relief for Congress, which is working to address internal dissent and external challenges.
Additionally, Speaker Pathania expelled 15 BJP MLAs, including Leader of Opposition Jai Ram Thakur, for alleged misconduct within the assembly premises, highlighting the heightened tensions and partisan divisions.
In response to the crisis, the Congress dispatched a team of observers to Shimla to assess the situation and strategize a course of action.
The party indicated its readiness to take “tough steps” to maintain control in the state, demonstrating its determination to navigate through the challenges ahead.
