Maharashtra Council Recommends Imprisonment for NCP Worker Over Foul Language

The privileges committee of Maharashtra's legislative council has advised a 30-day civil imprisonment for NCP (SP) worker Suryakant More for using abusive language against Chairman Ram Shinde. The committee views this as a significant breach of privilege, aiming to uphold the dignity of the House.

The Maharashtra legislative council's privileges committee has taken a rare step by recommending 30 days of civil imprisonment for Suryakant More, an NCP (SP) worker. This decision comes after reports of him making 'foul and abusive' comments against Council Chairman Ram Shinde.

The committee, headed by BJP MLC Prasad Lad, considered the situation as a severe breach of privilege and emphasized the need for strict action to protect the House's dignity. However, the punishment will lapse if the council adjourns, being temporarily void until the next session.

This measure follows More's controversial remarks in November 2024 during a constituency dispute, which initiated a motion against him. The incident highlights ongoing political tensions and issues within Maharashtra's legislative environment.

(With inputs from agencies.)