New Delhi: The Delhi government of Aam Aadmi Party had decided to pass the Jan Lokpal bill at a special session in an open stadium. It also rejected the suggestion of Lt. Governor Najeeb Jung that AAP should reconsider its decision.
Lt Governor asked Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to reconsider the decision of Delhi’s government of Feb 3 to hold a special session of Delhi assembly in the open to pass the bill, citing reservations expressed by Delhi Police in providing security.
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Meanwhile the government reiterated its stand, arguing that “democracy must not be confined within four walls” and also questioned Delhi Police.
An official statement claimed, “The cabinet reconsidered the matter and decided to reiterate its earlier decision to the Lt. Governor, since it is of the unanimous opinion that such a crucial anti-corruption legislation needs to be taken to the people directly.”
It also added, “The cabinet requested the Lt. Governor to apprise Delhi Police of its view that this force has been providing protection for much larger sports, commercial and entertainment events. Therefore the cabinet sees no reason why police should be reluctant to manage a single-day session which will last only for a few hours.”
Bureau Report
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