“Removing CEC is a matter for Parliament, not streets,” says Shaina NC
Shiv Sena spokesperson Shaina NC states that removing the CEC is a matter for Parliament, not street protests, defending recent law and order actions.
Shiv Sena spokesperson Shaina NC has asserted that the removal of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) is a legislative matter that should be addressed within the walls of Parliament rather than through street demonstrations. Speaking on Sunday, she defended the government's recent actions regarding law and order in the national capital amidst rising political tensions.
Parliament vs. The Streets
As the INDIA bloc prepares for upcoming demonstrations, Shaina NC emphasized that even if a large number of Members of Parliament take to the streets, any formal action regarding the CEC must be pursued through proper parliamentary channels. She maintained that the legislative process is the only appropriate venue for such significant constitutional matters.
Legal Processes and Law and Order
Addressing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), Shaina NC described it as a strictly legal process. She warned that while protests are a right, they cannot be conducted without official permission, especially if they pose a threat to public safety.
"If you wish to stage a protest at Jantar Mantar without permission—and do so in a way that endangers people's lives—then the government and the administration will obviously take the necessary steps to maintain law and order," she stated.
Response to Recent Delhi Protests
The spokesperson also commented on the recent protest held by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) in Delhi. She clarified that the government's stance is that no individual is above the law and that all protests must follow legal protocols.
Regarding the detention of protesters, she noted:
- No formal arrests were made during the recent incident.
- The authorities utilized preventive action to maintain order.
- Some protesters allegedly staged "drama" by claiming they were about to be arrested after being detained.
- Preventive detention is a legal tool used to prevent public inconvenience and ensure safety.
Rising Political Tension in Delhi
The political climate in the capital is heating up as the Congress party has directed its MPs to remain in Delhi on Monday. This comes in response to the ongoing controversy surrounding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and allegations of 'vote chori' (vote theft).
The INDIA bloc is planning a series of actions, including:
- A proposed demonstration in the national capital on October 12.
- The submission of a memorandum to the Chief Justice of India regarding alleged electoral irregularities.
Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, has already signaled that the INDIA bloc will take to the streets again on October 12. Gandhi has alleged that violence was used by Delhi Police and BJP workers against students and women during the recent CJP-led demonstration demanding the resignation of the CEC.