Om Birla, Lok Sabha Speaker, Accepts Resignation Of MP Victorious In Recent Assembly Polls
In a significant political development, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla officially accepted the resignations of Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar and Union Minister of State for Jal Shakti Prahlad Singh Patel as Lok Sabha MPs. Their decision to step down from parliamentary roles follows their successful outcomes in the recent Madhya Pradesh Assembly polls. This morning, Speaker Birla made the announcement in the House, acknowledging the duo’s transition to state-level responsibilities.
Adding to the political reshuffle, seven other BJP MPs have also tendered their resignations from the Lok Sabha, which were subsequently approved. The list includes prominent names such as Rakesh Singh, Uday Pratap Singh, Riti Pathak, Col. Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore, Diya Kumari, Arun Sao, and Gomti Sai. Notably, these members have likewise emerged victorious in the state assembly elections.
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This mass exodus from the Lok Sabha reflects a strategic move by these leaders to redirect their focus towards state governance, showcasing the dynamic landscape of Indian politics and the intricate interplay between national and regional roles. The accepted resignations pave the way for these leaders to assume their new responsibilities and contribute to the political landscape at the state level.