Tricity
Chandigarh: Passed sans discussion in last meet, 16 table agendas junked
16 agenda items passed without discussion at the recent Chandigarh council meeting, prompting opposition protest and a mayor’s query on why they didn’t object earlier.
The latest municipal council meeting in Chandigarh saw 16 agenda items cleared without any debate.
Opposition councillors protested, arguing that the swift passage denied members an opportunity to raise objections.
The mayor, presiding over the session, asked the dissenting members why they had not objected when the agenda items were first placed before the house.
The episode reflects a tension between the council’s aim for efficiency and the expectation of thorough discussion in civic decision‑making.
Agenda items are ordinarily debated before a vote, but in this instance the items moved directly to a vote, leaving no room for deliberation.
The matter was noted during the meeting, highlighting the procedural concerns raised.
Source: Hindustan Times
