Hyderabad, Mar 20(TNT): The Anti-Terrorism Forum (ATF) on Friday urged Telangana Legislative Council Chairman Gutha Sukender Reddy, to initiate disciplinary action against members of All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) for allegedly staging a walkout during the national song ‘Vande Mataram’ in the House.
In a representation submitted to the Council Chairman , ATF Chairman Dr. Ravinuthala Shashidhar said the incident took place on March 16 during the Budget Session, when ‘Vande Mataram’ was played before and after the Governor’s address.
According to the forum, several AIMIM legislators exited the House as the national song began and returned only after it concluded, while remaining present for the state song ‘Jaya Jaya He Telangana’.
The ATF termed the walkout a violation of legislative protocol and national decorum, stating that the playing of ‘Vande Mataram’ is part of established procedures. It said such conduct during a joint session addressed by the Governor amounts to a breach of the rules of procedure.
The forum further said the incident sends a negative message to the public and described the act as a symbolic rejection of a song associated with the country’s freedom movement.
Seeking action, the ATF urged the Chairman to take appropriate disciplinary measures, including suspension of the members concerned, to uphold the dignity of the legislature and respect for national symbols.
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