Parliament Winter Session 2024: BJP MPs Injured in Clash, Arjun Ram Meghwal Reacts to the Incident

During the current Winter Session of Parliament, a scuffle erupted where BJP MPs were injured. Central Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal strongly criticized the incident stating that two of their MPs were seriously injured, and that 4-5 other MPs have lodged complaints. Meghwal also criticized the opposition behavior, saying that the leaders of the opposition think Parliament is their "personal property."

Amit Shah's statement sparks protests

The situation in Parliament worsened as leaders of the INDIA bloc, protesting over Home Minister Amit Shah's comments regarding Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, held a demonstration. The protest began at Dr. Ambedkar's statue and stretched up to Makar Dwaar as leaders demanded Shah's resignation over his controversial remarks.

BJP MPs Injured Amid Protests

During this, BJP MP Pratap Sarangi was thrown down the stairs by being pushed from behind by the Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, according to reports. Subsequently, Sarangi was seen rolling in a wheelchair. Reports say that BJP MP Mukesh Rajput also has been injured and is reportedly in the ICU. In fact, reports suggest he too was pushed in a tussle at the gate.

Prime Minister Modi Asked About Injured MPs

The prime minister himself rang up MPs Pratap Sarangi and Mukesh Rajput to enquire about their health in the aftermath of the incidents. Sarangi said Rahul Gandhi had shoved another MP, causing him to fall. Meanwhile, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju condemned the physical scuffle, saying Parliament must not be a forum for such behavior.

A Question of Conduct in Parliament

The tussle in Parliament has sparked a debate on the behavior of MPs, with both sides accusing each other of violence. The BJP is calling for responsibility and decorum in the house, stressing that Parliament is a sacred space for democratic discussion, not for physical confrontations.