Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin criticized the BJP-led Union government for suspending eight Opposition Members of Parliament from the Lok Sabha. The suspension occurred during the Budget Session amid protests by Opposition members inside the House. The MPs were accused of disorderly conduct, including tearing papers and throwing them towards Speaker Om Birla’s chair.
Opposition MPs, including Tamil Nadu Congress MP Manickam Tagore and CPI(M) MP Su. Venkatesan, were among those suspended for the entire Budget Session. The ongoing Budget Session of Parliament is set to continue until April 2. Opposition parties have decried the disciplinary action as excessive and undemocratic.
CM Stalin took to social media to question the Centre’s motives, accusing the BJP government of avoiding legitimate questions raised by the Leader of the Opposition and other members. He emphasized the importance of parliamentary discussion and accountability, criticizing the mass suspension as an effort to stifle dissenting voices and undermine democratic processes.
The Chief Minister highlighted that the action deprived MPs of their constitutional right to address national issues. He called on the Centre to rescind the suspension orders promptly and allow the members to participate in parliamentary proceedings. The incident has heightened tensions between the ruling BJP and Opposition parties during a critical session where significant financial and policy decisions are expected to be discussed.
