Debate Intensifies Over 'One Nation, One Election' as Political Parties Weigh In
BJP MP PP Chaudhary chaired a meeting in Chandigarh on the One Nation, One Election initiative, facing opposition from Punjab's Finance Minister, Harpal Singh Cheema. Cheema argues it threatens state autonomy, while proponents highlight cost and time savings. The initiative remains contentious among regional and national parties.
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In a crucial meeting held in Chandigarh, BJP MP PP Chaudhary, heading the Joint Parliamentary Committee on One Nation, One Election, discussed the controversial initiative with regional and national political entities. Attendees included representatives from the BJP, INC, JJP, BSP, INLD, and former Chief Ministers as deliberations continued.
The initiative aims to pass the 129th Constitutional Amendment Bill, allowing simultaneous national and assembly elections, which cleared the Lok Sabha hurdle last December. However, it was met with resistance, leading to a referral to the Joint Parliamentary Committee for detailed review.
Punjab's Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema, staunchly opposing the proposal, labeled it an attack on federalism and contrary to foundational constitutional principles. Contrarily, state ONOE Convenor, SS Channy, contended that public sentiment favors the initiative, citing advantages like cost reduction and minimized administrative disruption.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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