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Rajasthan crisis: CM Ashok Gehlot meets MLAs in Jaipur

Rajasthan crisis: CM Ashok Gehlot meets MLAs in Jaipur
Written by Sagar
Jul 19, 2020, 08:32 pm 4 min read
Rajasthan crisis: CM Ashok Gehlot meets MLAs in Jaipur

Marking yet another development in the ongoing political crisis in Rajasthan, Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Sunday met his loyalist MLAs in Jaipur. Further, a brief Assembly session could also take place next week, according to reports. In the middle of all this, the whereabouts of the state's former Deputy CM rebel Congress leader, Sachin Pilot, and his loyalist legislators remain unknown. Here's more.

Context
A little history about power tussle in Rajasthan

Pilot, who was never particularly fond of his erstwhile boss, Gehlot, felt humiliated after he was summoned for interrogation in connection with an alleged plot to bring down the sitting state government. Subsequently, the 42-year-old Congress young gun left Jaipur for Delhi along with some loyalist MLAs. Days later, the grand old party sacked him from two top posts.

Pilot camp
After camping in Haryana's Manesar, Pilot camp shifted

After camping in BJP-ruled Haryana's Manesar, the Pilot camp moved to an unknown location. Per reports, the Rajasthan Police visited two hotels in Manesar in their search but returned empty-handed. Earlier, Haryana cops even tried to stop them from entering the hotels. Some Congress leaders alleged that the rebellious camp has moved to another BJP-ruled state. However, the mystery over their whereabouts persists.

Information
No action against Pilot until Tuesday: Rajasthan HC

Notably, the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly's Speaker, CP Joshi, earlier issued disqualification notices to Pilot and 18 other rebel Congress MLAs. However, Pilot moved court against the order. Subsequently, the Rajasthan High Court asked the Speaker to not take any action against these MLAs till Tuesday.

Meeting
Gehlot met Governor Kalraj Mishra; Assembly session likely

Meanwhile, on Saturday, Gehlot met state Governor Kalraj Mishra. The meeting came hours after two MLAs of Bharatiya Tribal Party (BTP), a regional party, took a U-turn, and extended support to his government. While the governor's office tagged it as a "courtesy meeting," reports suggested that the CM indicated to Mishra that he wished to call an Assembly session next week.

Investigation
An 8-member team will investigate the matter

Meanwhile, an eight-member team, headed by Jaipur Crime Branch SP Vikas Sharma, has been constituted to investigate the matter pertaining to the ongoing crisis. On Friday, two FIRs were filed with regard to the audiotapes that had conversations about an alleged conspiracy to topple Gehlot-led government. BJP, on the other hand, demanded a CBI probe, asking if leaders' phones were tapped and privacy compromised.

Attack
Congress attacked BJP, demanded Union Minister's removal

In a press conference, Congress leader Ajay Maken today launched a fresh attack at BJP, demanding the resignation or removal of Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat. The party has alleged that Shekhawat was among those involved in horse-trading of MLAs, releasing audio clips as purported proof. The Congress also said that BJP's demand for CBI probe highlights the party's desperation to save its leaders.

BJP's take
'Being unnecessarily dragged', claims BJP leader

Meanwhile, BJP's Gulab Chand Kataria, also the state's leader of opposition, said his party never demanded a floor test, adding they are being dragged into the controversy. "We are watching their fight. When the time is right and we have to do something, we will discuss and move in that direction. As of now, we are being unnecessarily dragged into this matter," he said.

Other details
Gehlot today met MLAs from his camp in Jaipur

On Sunday, Gehlot was seen visiting Jaipur's Hotel Fairmont, where MLAs from his camp are currently stationed. Now, Gehlot claims he has the support of 109 MLAs, well more than the majority mark. Pilot camp claims to have 30 MLAs on its side, a number enough to bring down sitting government. Who will emerge the winner in the long run? Only time will tell.

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Sagar covers national news for NewsBytes. He has previously worked as an editorial intern at NDTV. Over the course of his near three-year career, Sagar has gained experience in news writing, copy editing, and video production. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from the University of Delhi.
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