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Telangana CM Orders Probe Into Assembly Incidents, Hits Out At BRS
Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has launched a comprehensive investigation into recent disruptions at the state Assembly, including alleged misconduct toward the Speaker and confrontations between lawmakers and police. The move comes amid escalating tensions between the ruling Congress and the opposition BRS.
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Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has ordered authorities to conduct a thorough probe into a series of incidents that have disrupted proceedings at the state Assembly in recent days. The investigation will examine allegations of abuse directed at Assembly Speaker G Prasad Kumar, physical clashes between BRS legislators and police personnel, and related controversies that have marred the House.
Reddy's directive signals the government's determination to address the breakdown in Assembly decorum and restore order to legislative proceedings. The incidents have triggered sharp criticism from both the ruling Congress party and the opposition BRS, with each faction accusing the other of misconduct and parliamentary violations.
The Chief Minister's call for a comprehensive inquiry represents an attempt to document the circumstances surrounding the disturbances and establish accountability. Officials are expected to examine video footage, statements from eyewitnesses, and official Assembly records to reconstruct the sequence of events.
The tensions underscore the fractious political climate in Telangana's legislature, where relations between the Congress government and the BRS opposition have remained strained since the 2023 elections. The series of disruptions has raised concerns about the functioning of the state Assembly and adherence to parliamentary norms during legislative sessions.