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Tensions flared in the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on October 22, 2024, as TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee was suspended following a heated altercation with BJP’s Abhijit Ganguly. The incident occurred during a debate on a contentious issue, when Banerjee, in a fit of anger, reportedly smashed a glass bottle during the argument, prompting immediate action from the Speaker.
The altercation escalated quickly after an exchange of sharp words between the two leaders. Banerjee’s action not only disrupted the session but also raised questions about decorum within parliamentary committees. In response, the JPC chairperson suspended Banerjee, citing misconduct and setting a stern example for maintaining discipline in such settings.
The incident has sparked a political row, with opposition parties condemning the suspension, calling it an attempt to stifle voices critical of the ruling government. BJP leaders, however, maintain that such behavior is unacceptable and needs to be dealt with firmly. With Banerjee’s suspension, the debate on the issue in question has taken a back seat, as the focus shifts to the conduct of parliamentary members and the need for maintaining civility in heated discussions.
