Jammu and Kashmir Assembly: Upholding Dignity and Protocol of Legislators

The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly held a discussion on member privileges, urging the government to correct protocol delays and assure legislative dignity. Concerns arose over administrative non-compliance with the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019. The government was directed to resolve the protocol issue within two months.

The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly intensified its focus on legislators' privileges and protocol, demanding prompt government action. Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather questioned delays in updating the 'order of precedence,' a protocol ranking crucial for governance.

Both treasury and opposition members expressed concerns about the undermined authority of legislators despite provisions in the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019. Speaker Rather emphasized the importance of corrective measures within two months. Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary aimed to prioritize members' dignity.

Key figures, like BJP MLA Pawan Kumar Gupta and Privilege Committee Chairman Nizam-ud-din Bhat, highlighted the necessity of maintaining legislative oversight and accountability. The assembly urged the government to restore the legislature's protocol and address the disconnect between administrative actions and legislative oversight.

(With inputs from agencies.)