TMC leader Derek O’Brien has been suspended from Rajya Sabha along with seven other members for creating a ruckus in the house on Sunday.
Chairman M Venkaiah Naidu condemned the behaviour of opposition leaders and also rejected a notice for no-confidence motion against deputy chairman Harivansh on the grounds that proper procedure was not followed.
After being five adjournments due to the protests, the proceedings were adjourned till Tuesday. West Bengal chief minister and TMC chief Mamata Banerjee condemned the suspension of MPs and tweeted, “Suspension of the 8 MPs who fought to protect farmers interests is unfortunate & reflective of this autocratic Govt’s mindset that doesn’t respect democratic norms & principles. We won’t bow down & we’ll fight this fascist Govt in Parliament & on the streets. #BJPKilledDemocracy.”
The house had to be adjourned for 20 minutes when opposition members protested against the decision.
Opposition leaders created chaotic atmosphere in the house on Sunday during discussion on the agriculture bills and even broke the Chair’s mic.