Fri Dec 06 23:51:03 UTC 2024: ## Cash Found Under Rajya Sabha MP’s Seat Sparks Controversy
**New Delhi:** A bundle of currency notes discovered under the seat of a Congress MP in the Rajya Sabha has triggered a major controversy. Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar announced the discovery on Friday, leading to heated exchanges between ruling and opposition members.
The incident unfolded after security personnel conducted routine checks in the chamber following Thursday’s adjournment. A bundle of Rs 500 and Rs 100 notes was found near seat number 222, allocated to Congress MP Abhishek Manu Singhvi, who represents Telangana. While the authenticity of the notes remains unconfirmed, Dhankhar ordered an investigation.
The revelation sparked a political firestorm. Opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge, while not objecting to an inquiry, criticized the Chairman for publicly naming Singhvi before the investigation concluded. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiran Rijiju defended Dhankhar’s actions, emphasizing the seriousness of bringing cash into the chamber. BJP National President JP Nadda accused the Congress of undermining the Rajya Sabha’s integrity.
Singhvi responded on social media, stating he had only carried a single Rs 500 note with him on Thursday and left the parliament building by 1:30 PM after the adjournment. He maintained his innocence and expressed surprise over the situation.
The BJP has demanded a thorough investigation into the matter, raising concerns about the implications for the integrity of the Parliament. The incident continues to dominate political discourse, with both sides entrenched in their positions.
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