How the Tables Turn: Mahua Moitra’s Parliamentary Drama Unfolds
The Lok Sabha ethics committee meeting, originally scheduled to address the cash-for-query allegations against Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra, has been rescheduled to November 9. Following a comprehensive inquiry, the committee is poised to deliver its recommendation, a decision that was marked by party-line divisions in the previous session. With BJP members holding the majority, there is anticipation of a stern stance against Moitra, who stands accused of leveraging her parliamentary inquiries to target the Adani group in exchange for alleged bribes.
Lok Sabha Ethics Committee Delays Decision on Cash-for-Query Allegations Against TMC MP Mahua Moitra
In an unexpected turn, the Lok Sabha ethics committee has rescheduled its meeting to adopt the draft report concerning the cash-for-query allegations against TMC MP Mahua Moitra. Initially set for November 7, the meeting is now slated for November 9, with the Lok Sabha secretariat offering no explicit reason for the change. Chaired by BJP MP Vinod Kumar Sonkar, the committee concluded its inquiry and is set to provide its recommendation, following a meeting where members exhibited party-line divisions on November 2.
TMC MP Mahua Moitra Set to Confront Lok Sabha Ethics Panel on November 2 in Cash-for-Query Case
The Power Dynamic: With BJP Holding Majority in the 15-Member Committee, a Stern Stance Expected on Charges Against Moitra. Tensions Escalate as Moitra Accuses Sonkar of Posing ‘Filthy and Personal’ Questions, Leading to Walkout by Opposition Members.
In a Tweet Unveiling Intriguing Tactics, Mahua Moitra Reveals: ‘No Draft Report Circulated as Per Norm; Adoption Set for Nov 9. Meeting Postponed to Coincide with INC MP’s Nomination Date, Potentially Limiting Participation. BJP Mobilising Allies for Majority Adoption; Chartered Flight for MP State President. The Nervousness of Adani & Modi Laid Bare.
What Unfolded at the Last Ethics Panel Meeting?
During the recent Lok Sabha Ethics Committee session on November 2, Mahua Moitra, facing cash-for-query allegations, made an appearance. However, she abruptly walked out, claiming she was subjected to ‘filthy…personal questions.’
In response, Vinod Kumar Sonkar asserted that Mahua Moitra failed to cooperate and resorted to using ‘unparliamentary language.’ He further elaborated that instead of providing answers, Moitra expressed anger and directed unparliamentary language towards the Chairperson and committee members.
Notably, Opposition MPs like Danish Ali, Girdhari Yadav, and others attempted to accuse the committee and subsequently walked out. Vinod Kumar Sonkar emphasised that the committee will convene to determine the appropriate course of action.
Turmoil at Ethics Panel: Mahua Moitra’s Walkout Amid Cash-for-Query Allegations
During the Lok Sabha Ethics Committee meeting on November 2, Mahua Moitra faced scrutiny over cash-for-query allegations. However, the session took a contentious turn as Moitra walked out, alleging she was subjected to ‘filthy…personal questions.’
In response, Vinod Kumar Sonkar stated that Moitra did not cooperate and employed ‘unparliamentary language.’ He noted that instead of providing answers, Moitra expressed anger and directed unparliamentary language towards the Chairperson and committee members. The situation escalated as Opposition MPs, including Danish Ali, Girdhari Yadav, and others, accused the committee and subsequently walked out. Vinod Kumar Sonkar concluded by stating that the committee would convene to determine the next course of action.