Speaker forms committee to probe ruckus in HoR meeting
Summary
Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal has formed a committee to investigate MPs' misconduct during a House of Representatives meeting that involved protests, physical altercations, and property damage.
Key Points
- Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal formed a three-person committee to investigate MPs' inappropriate behavior during the House of Representatives meeting.
- The committee is tasked to report back within seven days based on Rule 33 (4) of the House Business Conduct Regulation 2026.
- Opposition MPs protested and caused disruptions, including physical altercations and damage to property during the HoR meeting.
- The speaker has the authority to suspend misbehaving MPs for up to 15 days or grant pardons based on their defense or apology after the committee's report.