Political Turmoil: Telangana Speaker's Controversial Decision Sparks Outcry

The Telangana Speaker dismissed disqualification petitions against five MLAs accused of defecting to the Congress, sparking criticism from BRS leaders. The case will be challenged in court, with the Supreme Court already issuing a contempt notice for not adhering to previous directives.

The political scene in Telangana took a dramatic turn as Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar rejected disqualification petitions against five BRS MLAs accused of defecting to the ruling Congress party.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticized the move as undermining democratic principles, vowing to seek justice in the legal arena.

The Supreme Court, highlighting the gravity of the situation, has issued a contempt notice to the Speaker for not following its prior orders concerning the disqualification decisions. A further hearing is slated in a month's time.

(With inputs from agencies.)