Opposition Plans To Bring No-Confidence Motion Against Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar

Opposition parties discuss a no-confidence motion against Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar amid political tensions.

File Photo of Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar

Source : PTI

Amid heightened political tensions, some opposition parties have initiated discussions to bring a no-confidence motion against Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar, alleging partisan functioning in the House. Parties are likely to move the motion under Article 67(B) of the Constitution. INDIA bloc constituents including Trinamool Congress, Aam Aadmi Party, and Samajwadi Party signed the Motion, sources said.

The Rajya Sabha witnessed disruptions on Monday as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) accused top Congress leaders of collaborating with billionaire investor George Soros to destabilise the nation. During the proceedings, Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar expressed concerns about internal and external threats to India's unity and sovereignty, cautioning that the impact of a "deep state" is "more pernicious than the Covid disease."

Dhankhar Warns Of 'Divisive Forces' That Undermine Democracy As Rajya Sabha Adjourned Amid Uproar

Following three adjournments earlier in the day, the Upper House reconvened at 3 pm, with Chairman Dhankhar informing members about a meeting held in his chamber between the Leader of the House and the Leader of the Opposition. “The purpose of that meeting was to ensure that the House runs smoothly. Both sides had a frank discussion and they signalled two things. One, that the integrity and sovereignty of the nation are sacred for us. We cannot allow any forces within the country or outside to sacrilege our unity, our integrity, and our sovereignty,” he said. He added that the leaders agreed to meet again in his chamber at 10:30 am on Tuesday to continue discussions.

Dhankhar appealed to members to uphold their constitutional oath and prioritise national integrity. "Any challenge to the unity and integrity of the nation from within or outside requires all of us to offer a united challenge. It is a challenge to our very existence," he remarked. Emphasising collective responsibility, he stated, "We as a nation are committed to fighting the sinister forces, the forces that are inimical to India... a deep state that is evolving is required to be neutralised by all of us."

Urging members to reflect the sentiments of India's 1.4 billion citizens, Dhankhar warned of "divisive forces" that undermine democracy and impede economic growth. He stressed that Parliament must send a united message against such threats, asserting, "We cannot afford to overlook such evil designs."

Before adjourning the session, he reiterated the critical need for unity in countering these challenges. 

(With Inputs By PTI)