In a heated exchange in the Lok Sabha on Monday, Union ministers Ashwini Vaishnaw and Kiren Rijiju responded sharply to Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi’s criticisms of Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. Gandhi had questioned the Speaker\u2019s authority during a debate on the Union Budget, prompting a strong rebuttal from the two ministers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju condemned Gandhi\u2019s approach, stating, \u201cI condemn the manner in which the Leader of Opposition attacked the Speaker and showed disregard for the rules and procedures of the House.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw criticized Gandhi’s adherence to constitutional norms. \u201cRahul Gandhi has a history of disregarding constitutional processes. He once tore up an ordinance from his own party\u2019s government. It\u2019s clear he has no intention of following constitutional norms,\u201d Vaishnaw remarked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vaishnaw expressed concern over Gandhi\u2019s behavior, suggesting that it undermines the integrity of democratic institutions. \u201cIt is unfortunate that despite holding a constitutional position, Gandhi’s conduct in the House undermines democracy,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Rijiju also emphasized the importance of adhering to parliamentary rules. \u201cThe position of Leader of Opposition carries significant responsibility. Gandhi\u2019s remarks targeting the Speaker were out of line. The House functions according to rules, and the Speaker is the custodian of these rules,\u201d Rijiju asserted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Rijiju added that Gandhi\u2019s failure to focus on the Union Budget during the debate was problematic. \u201cRahul Gandhi was repeatedly reminded by the Chair to adhere to the rules and concentrate on the Union Budget, but he strayed from the topic. As Leader of Opposition, he must respect the rules and the Constitution,\u201d Rijiju concluded.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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