Hyderabad: The High Court issued notices to the Assembly Speaker and seven MLAs in the MLA defection case Telangana, intensifying the political dispute over party switching.
The bench passed the order on Wednesday while hearing a petition that challenged the Speaker’s decision. The Speaker had ruled that ten MLAs who moved from BRS to Congress had not changed their party status.
MLA defection case Telangana sees notices to Speaker, MLAs
The court directed the Speaker and seven MLAs to file counters with full explanations. The MLAs named in the notices are Danam Nagender, Arikepudi Gandhi, Kale Yadayah, Prakash Goud, Pocharam Srinivas Reddy, Bandla Krishnamohan Reddy and Tellam Venkatarao.
The bench examined complaints filed against these legislators before issuing the notices. As a result, the case moved into a more detailed stage of judicial scrutiny.
BRS leaders argued that the Speaker’s decision was unconstitutional. They demanded immediate disqualification of MLAs who defected to the Congress.
MLA defection case Telangana sparks political tension
The High Court’s intervention triggered strong reactions in political circles. The case has now become a major issue in Telangana politics.
The outcome will depend on the response from the Speaker’s office and the counter affidavits filed by the MLAs. Therefore, both sides are preparing for the next stage of the legal battle.
The court adjourned further hearing of the case to April 16. Until then, the issue is likely to remain at the centre of political debate in the state.
The proceedings have increased focus on constitutional provisions related to defections. They also raised questions about the Speaker’s role in deciding such disputes.