Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju alleged that Congress MPs behaved inappropriately towards Speaker Om Birla, including verbal abuse, labeling the incident as unprecedented in parliamentary history. These revelations are expected to escalate tensions between the government and the opposition. Rijiju disclosed that the MPs threatened and insulted the Speaker after visiting his chamber, expressing shock at their conduct.
The Union Minister criticized the opposition for flouting parliamentary norms and accused them of disrespecting the Speaker’s authority. Rijiju emphasized the importance of adhering to established rules, particularly when challenging the Speaker’s decisions. He condemned the opposition’s repeated violations of parliamentary conventions and emphasized the need to uphold the sanctity of the Speaker’s office.
Rijiju also condemned Rahul Gandhi’s behavior in the House, describing it as theatrical and urging all members to uphold the dignity of Parliament. He highlighted the protocol of seeking the Speaker’s permission before speaking in the House, noting Gandhi’s disregard for this tradition. The minister called on the opposition to maintain decorum and respect the rules governing parliamentary proceedings.
