Political Tensions Rise Over Religious Event Denial in Jalandhar
Regional buzz | No permission for religious event riles MLA Raman Arora
Hindustan Times
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Jalandhar AAP MLA Raman Arora expressed frustration after the district police denied permission for a religious event, claiming he no longer requires police protection. Meanwhile, political tensions are rising within the AAP following the induction of former Akali minister Surjit Singh Rakhra, causing unrest among local party supporters. Other political figures are also reacting to recent electoral announcements and austerity measures.
- 01Raman Arora, currently out on bail for corruption charges, stated he doesn't need police protection after the denial of permission for the Balaji ki Chowki event.
- 02Congress MP Sukhjinder Randhawa criticized the Election Commission's timing for the Special Intensive Revision exercise, mistakenly believing it was only happening in Punjab.
- 03The entry of Surjit Singh Rakhra into the AAP has caused protests among local party supporters in Samana, fearing a loss of political influence.
- 04Ludhiana Central MLA Ashok Parashar Pappi challenged senior Akali leader Bikram Singh Majithia to an inquiry regarding corruption allegations.
- 05In response to Prime Minister Modi's austerity call, National Conference minister Satish Sharma used a horse cart for transportation, promoting simplicity.
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Raman Arora, an AAP MLA from Jalandhar, publicly declared he no longer requires police protection after the district police denied permission for the Balaji ki Chowki religious event. Following the resolution of the issue, he participated in the event, showcasing his commitment to the religious function. Meanwhile, political dynamics are shifting within the AAP as the induction of former Akali minister Surjit Singh Rakhra has caused unrest among local supporters, who fear losing influence. In another political development, Congress MP Sukhjinder Randhawa criticized the Election Commission's announcement of a Special Intensive Revision exercise, mistakenly asserting it was exclusive to Punjab, despite Uttar Pradesh having completed its electoral roll process. Additionally, AAP MLA Ashok Parashar Pappi challenged senior Akali leader Bikram Singh Majithia to an inquiry regarding corruption allegations, suggesting that both present their assets for scrutiny. Amid these political maneuvers, National Conference minister Satish Sharma embraced austerity by using a horse cart, aligning with Prime Minister Modi's call for simplicity.
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The denial of permission for the religious event has sparked political tensions, highlighting the influence of local governance on community activities.
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