Hyderabad: Minister for Legislative Affairs Duddilla Sridhar Babu warned BRS members against trying to dictate the Speaker on how Assembly proceedings should run.
He made the remarks on Wednesday while reacting strongly to objections raised by BRS members during the introduction of Bills.
The minister said the opposition should not interfere with the Speaker’s functioning. He also asked how BRS members expected to behave now as they did in power.
He alleged that the previous regime bulldozed proceedings during its tenure. Therefore, he said the opposition continued the same approach.
Sridhar Babu Speaker warning targets opposition conduct
The minister said repeated interruptions during legislative business disrupted the House. Moreover, he stressed that such behaviour affected orderly proceedings.
He referred to senior BRS leader Harish Rao and said he had the qualifications to serve as Legislature Party Leader. He added that Harish Rao was capable of holding that role.
However, the minister clarified that, as Deputy Leader, Harish Rao could not receive the microphone every time he asked. He said the House must follow procedural norms.
Sridhar Babu added that Harish Rao would get more opportunities to speak if he held the Legislature Party Leader position.
Sridhar Babu Speaker warning stresses House discipline
The minister said members must follow established legislative practices. He added that the Chair must regulate proceedings without pressure.
He stressed that respecting the Speaker’s authority ensures smooth functioning of the Assembly. At the same time, he warned against disruptions during key business.
The remarks came amid sharp exchanges between the treasury benches and the opposition. They reflected the government’s stand that proceedings must continue without obstruction.
By raising the issue, the minister underlined the need for discipline in the House. He also drew a clear contrast with earlier practices under the previous government.