Chandigarh, March 25 -- Punjab Vidhan Sabha's Special Privileges Committee on Monday submitted its report for the 2024-25 session, recommending stronger adherence to legislative protocols and stricter accountability for government officials dealing with elected representatives. The report, which reviewed multiple complaints from the legislators, highlighted recurring lapses in administrative responses and proposed reforms to prevent future breaches.
The committee's inquiry revealed a consistent pattern of government officials failing to respond to MLAs' calls and queries, delaying official communication, and in some cases, using inappropriate language. These lapses, according to the committee, undermine the authority of the legislature and...