Opposition Leader Questions Speaker's Shift on ASI Bribery Report

Punjab Leader of Opposition Partap Singh Bajwa raised concerns over Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan's change in stance regarding a report from the state police chief on an ASI allegedly receiving money from a gangster. Bajwa insisted the Speaker should have maintained his initial approach approved by the House.

In a significant development during Punjab's assembly session, Leader of Opposition Partap Singh Bajwa on Wednesday confronted Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan over altering his stance on a pivotal issue. The controversy centers on a case involving an assistant sub-inspector (ASI) who allegedly accepted money from a gangster.

During Zero Hour on the final day of the three-day session, Bajwa pointed out that the Speaker initially sought a report from the state's police chief (DGP), a move approved by the House. However, Sandhwan shifted his request to the home secretary for a detailed report on 'black sheep' in various departments.

Addressing the Assembly, Bajwa emphasized that changing the order without the House's approval contradicts the established norm. In response, Sandhwan upheld his decision, stating it aligns with the House's intent to combat corruption, signalling a robust stance against malpractice in governance.

(With inputs from agencies.)