Congress Suspends Five Haryana MLAs for Cross-Voting in Rajya Sabha Elections
In Haryana, Congress Suspends 5 MLAs For Cross-Voting In Rajya Sabha Elections
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The Congress party has suspended five MLAs in Haryana for cross-voting during the Rajya Sabha elections held on March 16. The decision, made by Haryana Congress chief Rao Narender Singh, follows recommendations from the state disciplinary committee and highlights serious breaches of party discipline.
- 01Five Congress MLAs in Haryana suspended for cross-voting.
- 02The suspension follows the Rajya Sabha elections held on March 16.
- 03Accusations include defying the party whip.
- 04The decision was approved by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge.
- 05The move is viewed as a serious breach of party discipline.
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The Congress party has taken disciplinary action by suspending five MLAs from Haryana for their involvement in cross-voting during the Rajya Sabha elections on March 16. The suspended MLAs include Shalli Chaudhary (Naraingarh), Renu Bala (Sadhaura), Mohammad Illyas (Punahana), Mohammad Israil (Hathin), and Jarnail Singh (Ratia). This decision was announced by Haryana Congress chief Rao Narender Singh, who stated that their actions constituted a serious breach of discipline and anti-party activity. The MLAs were accused of supporting the BJP-backed Independent candidate Satish Nandal, thereby defying the party whip. The suspension highlights the party's commitment to maintaining discipline among its members.
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This suspension may affect the political dynamics within the Congress party in Haryana and could influence upcoming elections.
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