Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has launched a strong criticism of Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar, accusing him of being the "biggest disruptor" in the Upper House of Parliament. Kharge’s remarks came after several contentious sessions in the Rajya Sabha, where the opposition has frequently raised concerns about the manner in which proceedings were conducted under Dhankhar's leadership.
Kharge alleged that the Chairman had shown bias and failed to maintain decorum in the Rajya Sabha, particularly when it came to dealing with opposition parties. The Congress leader accused Dhankhar of not allowing proper debate and discussion on key issues, instead cutting short speeches and not adhering to parliamentary procedures. He also claimed that the Chairman had acted in a partisan manner, favoring the government over the opposition, which, according to him, was a threat to democratic values.
The criticism from Kharge has sparked a political controversy, with the Congress party intensifying its attack on the functioning of the Rajya Sabha. The opposition has expressed concerns about the growing trend of disruptions in the Upper House, alleging that the government is using its majority to curtail debate and suppress dissent.
In response to Kharge's allegations, BJP leaders have defended the Rajya Sabha Chairman, stating that Dhankhar has always worked to ensure order and efficiency in the proceedings. They further argued that the disruptions in the Rajya Sabha are the result of the opposition's refusal to allow parliamentary business to be conducted smoothly.
The comments from Kharge have reignited a larger debate about the functioning of India's parliamentary system, especially regarding the role of the Chairman in maintaining order and fairness. As the monsoon session of Parliament progresses, the standoff between the opposition and the government over parliamentary procedures is expected to intensify.
