PM Modi Gets Rousing Reception during Road Show Amid anti-Agnipath Protest by Kangra Youth

: Category: Latest; Published: 16 June 2022

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Prime Minister Modi attends roadshow in Dharamshala on June 16,2022

DHARAMSHALA: Amid anti-Agnipath scheme protest, Prime Minister Narendra Modi got a rousing reception here with the residents and BJP karyalartas showering flowers on him when Prime Minister participated in the Abhinandan road show in this town

Governor Rajendra Vishvanath Arlekar and Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur welcomed the Prime Minister on his arrival at Sports Authority of India (SAI) ground.

Modi attended a roadshow in which he was spotted showering flowers on the party workers and citizens who stood on the rally route greeting Prime Minister.

Prime Minister travelled in an open jeep with Jai Ram Thakur and BJP state president Suresh Kashyap under strict black commandoes’ surveillance while making a beeline for the HPCA stadium to chair the two days long first national conference of the Chief Secretaries of the states.

Prime Minister office said that the conference would strengthen the Centre-state relations and promote good governance in the country.

Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Singh Thakur, Speaker H.P. Vidhan Sabha Vipin Singh Parmar, Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Sarveen Chaudhary, Industries Minister Bikram Singh, MP and State BJP President Suresh Kashyap, MP Kishan Kapoor, Chief Secretary Ram Subhag Singh, Director General of Police Sanjay Kundu and Mayor Municipal Corporation Dharamshala Onkar Nehria were also present.

Meanwhile, before Prime Minister reached Dharamshala, the youth seeking army recruitment, staged protest against the Agnipath scheme launched by the Central government yesterday, joining other protests by youth in Haryana, Bihar and other places.

The police resorted to lathcharge to disperse the protesting youth, who raised slogans against the government demanding a roll back.

The youth in Kangra joined Indian armed forces in large number every year, but they did not get opportunities for the last two years as no recutiment took place due to Covid pandemic.

The youth said that the Central government was recruitment Agniveers on contract basis, without giving them job security. The local Congress youth leaders also joined the anti-Agnipath protest.

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Sword of Uncertainty Over Six CPSs’ Fate Temporarily Lifted: Relief for Sukhu Government

In a major relief to the Himachal Pradesh government, the Supreme Court has stayed the High Court’s directive to initiate disqualification proceedings against six MLAs who were appointed as Chief Parliamentary Secretaries (CPSs).

This decision, welcomed by Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, has brought a temporary reprieve to his administration, which was grappling with the political and legal ramifications of the High Court’s order.

The Himachal Pradesh High Court had earlier quashed the appointments of the six CPSs, deeming them unconstitutional, and directed the Assembly Speaker to initiate disqualification proceedings under the anti-defection law.

However, the Supreme Court’s stay has effectively paused the implementation of this directive, offering the government some breathing space to strategize its next legal move.

CM Sukhu Hails Supreme Court’s Clarity

Speaking to media persons in New Delhi, CM Sukhu expressed his satisfaction with the Supreme Court’s interpretation, which he said provided much-needed clarity on the matter.

"The relief granted by the Supreme Court is significant, and we will deliberate on the next steps after considering all legal aspects,” he said.

The Chief Minister also emphasized that the apex court’s interpretation differed from paragraph 50 of the High Court’s verdict, which had been the basis of the controversial directive.

Opposition’s “Childish” Behavior Criticized

Shifting his focus to the opposition, Sukhu took a sharp jab at their tactics, describing their behavior as “childish” and lacking focus on real issues.

“There are no controversies here, but their behavior is simply immature. From toilet tax to ‘Samosa Politics,’ they are just distracting from the real issues,” he said.

Sukhu accused the opposition BJP of attempting to create diversions because of its failure to make a dent in the Congress’s strength during the Vidhan Sabha elections.

“Their ‘Operation Lotus’ was decisively rejected by the people, and Congress retained its 40-seat strength. Now, they resort to personal attacks to divert attention from our welfare schemes,” he added.

Relief Amid Mounting Challenges

The Supreme Court’s stay on the High Court’s order has momentarily eased the pressure on the Sukhu government, but the sword of uncertainty continues to hang over the six MLAs who served as CPSs.

With questions around their appointments still unresolved, the case remains a legal minefield.

The CPS appointments had drawn criticism for allegedly violating constitutional provisions, which prohibit the creation of such posts without legislative backing.

The High Court’s scathing remarks and the directive for disqualification had added fuel to the controversy, creating a storm in the state’s political landscape.

While the Supreme Court’s intervention provides temporary relief, the Sukhu government must now prepare for a protracted legal battle to defend the appointments and protect its legislative majority.

Opposition’s Counterattacks

The BJP, meanwhile, has been quick to pounce on the issue, accusing the government of flouting constitutional norms for political convenience. Party leaders have argued that the CPS appointments were a backdoor way to reward loyalists, a claim that Sukhu has staunchly denied.

The opposition’s attacks, combined with the ongoing legal scrutiny, highlight the precarious nature of the government’s position. For now, the Supreme Court’s decision is a welcome pause, but the final word on the matter could still have far-reaching consequences for the political stability of Himachal Pradesh.

Sukhu’s Call for Responsibility

Amid the controversy, Sukhu reiterated his commitment to governance and welfare. He called on the opposition to act responsibly and raise issues that matter to the common man.

“Significant progress has been made in improving the socio-economic status of the underprivileged during this tenure, and that remains our priority,” he stated.

With the legal wrangling far from over, the fate of the six CPSs—and the stability of the Sukhu government—remains inextricably tied to the unfolding courtroom drama.

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