A bundle of notes was found near a Congress MP's seat in Rajya Sabha, causing uproar in the House
There was a big uproar in the Rajya Sabha after a bundle of notes was found near the seat of a Congress MP. The BJP called it an attack on the dignity of the House, while the Congress called it a ploy to divert attention from the Adani case. The Chairman ordered an inquiry into the matter, while the Congress demanded that it be investigated by an impartial agency.
INDC Network: New Delhi: There was a huge ruckus in the Rajya Sabha with the demand for an investigation after a bundle of currency notes was found in the seat of a Congress MP.
Ruckus in Rajya Sabha: Case of currency notes
After the proceedings of the Rajya Sabha ended, a bag of 100 notes of 500 rupees was found on seat number 222 during the security check. This seat belongs to Congress MP Abhishek Manu Singhvi. Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar informed the House and said whether the notes are genuine or fake, it will be clear only after investigation.
Reaction of BJP and Congress
BJP:
Union Ministers Piyush Goyal and Kiren Rijiju called it a serious matter and demanded a thorough investigation. Rijiju said that in the digital age, it is inappropriate to take notes to Parliament.
Congress:
Congress called it a political conspiracy. Party president Mallikarjun Kharge said that till the investigation is completed, no member's name should be taken.
| Party | response |
|---|---|
| BJP | Injuring the dignity of the House, demanding a thorough investigation |
| Congress | A move to divert attention from a foolish affair |
Statement by Abhishek Manu Singhvi
Rejecting the allegations, Singhvi said that he had gone to the House with only Rs 500. He claimed that he was present in the House for some time during the proceedings and then went to the canteen.
Chairman's inquiry instructions
The Speaker said in the House that this incident is unusual and an impartial investigation is underway. He said that this is not an attempt to connect any particular party.
Discussion of investigations and possible conspiracies
The Congress demanded an inquiry by the JPC or an independent agency. Calling it an attack on the dignity of the House, the BJP raised questions as to how the note reached there.
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