WB Speaker denies Holi violence discussion, BJP MLAs stage walkout
The West Bengal Assembly witnessed a dramatic scene yesterday, with BJP MLAs staging a walkout after Speaker Biman Banerjee denied an adjournment motion seeking discussion on alleged Holi violence incidents. The controversy has sparked a heated debate, with the BJP demanding a thorough probe into the matter.
The adjournment motion was moved by State Leader of Opposition (LoP) Suvendu Adhikari, who accused the administration of suppressing the actual incident during the Holi festival. Adhikari claimed that the government was trying to hide the truth and that the people of the state had a right to know what happened.
“We want to know why the administration kept mum and suppressed the actual incident during a festival like Holi,” Adhikari said. “The people of West Bengal have a right to know what happened, and we demand a thorough probe into the matter.”
However, Speaker Biman Banerjee denied the adjournment motion, citing lack of sufficient evidence to support the allegations. Banerjee argued that the matter was being exaggerated and that the administration was taking necessary steps to maintain law and order in the state.
BJP MLAs, led by Adhikari, then staged a walkout from the Assembly, protesting the Speaker’s decision. The party has also announced plans to organize a rally to protest against Banerjee’s decision.
“This is not just about an adjournment motion, it’s about the dignity of the people of West Bengal,” Adhikari said. “We will not let the government suppress the truth. We will organize a rally to protest against the Speaker’s decision and to demand justice for the victims of Holi violence.”
The Holi violence incidents refer to reports of clashes between rival groups in several parts of the state, resulting in injuries and damage to property. While the administration has so far maintained that the situation was under control, opposition parties have accused the government of downplaying the severity of the situation.
The BJP’s decision to organize a rally has sparked concerns about the potential for further violence and unrest in the state. The ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) has accused the BJP of trying to create unrest and divide the people of West Bengal.
In a statement, the TMC said, “The BJP’s decision to organize a rally is a clear attempt to create unrest and divide the people of West Bengal. We condemn this move and urge the people to remain calm and peaceful.”
The controversy has also raised questions about the role of the government in maintaining law and order in the state. While the administration claims to have taken necessary steps to prevent violence, opposition parties have accused it of being slow to respond to incidents.
The Holi violence incidents have also sparked concerns about the state of communal harmony in West Bengal. The state has a history of communal tensions, and the Holi violence incidents have raised fears that the situation may deteriorate further.
In conclusion, the controversy surrounding the alleged Holi violence incidents in West Bengal has sparked a heated debate about the role of the government in maintaining law and order in the state. While the administration has denied the allegations, opposition parties have accused it of suppressing the truth and trying to downplay the severity of the situation. The controversy has also raised concerns about the state of communal harmony in the state, and it remains to be seen how the situation will unfold in the coming days.
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