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Himachal: Play video of Friday proceedings in House or will approach guv, says LoP
BJP leader Jai Ram Thakur says the video of Friday’s assembly proceedings must be shown in the House or given to legislators, or the party will approach the governor.
The Leader of the Opposition in Himachal Pradesh, Jai Ram Thakur, has renewed his party’s call for greater transparency in the state assembly. Speaking after the recent Friday session, Thakur said the Bharatiya Janata Party has repeatedly asked that the video footage of the proceedings be displayed on the floor of the House or handed over to the legislators.
The demand comes at a time when questions about the openness of legislative work have been rising across the region. While the assembly has been conducting its business in a regular schedule, critics argue that the public’s ability to observe the debates and decisions directly influences accountability. Thakur’s statement underscores a broader concern that the current method of sharing information may be limiting scrutiny.
According to the opposition leader, the video recording captured the full range of discussions, amendments and procedural motions that took place during the session. He emphasized that making this footage accessible would allow members to review the exact language used, the timing of interventions and the overall flow of the debate, which he believes is essential for informed participation.
If the assembly does not comply with the request, Thakur indicated that the BJP will consider approaching the governor to seek intervention. This potential step reflects the party’s strategy of using established constitutional channels when it perceives that internal mechanisms are not responding to its concerns.
The situation highlights a recurring tension between the need for transparency and the practicalities of managing a busy legislative calendar. While the assembly has not publicly responded to the specific demand, the matter is likely to remain on the agenda as the party evaluates its next move. For residents and observers, the call for video playback underscores the importance of visible, verifiable proceedings in maintaining trust in democratic institutions.
Source: Hindustan Times
