Chandigarh, Sept. 27 -- In a charged session marking a first in legislative history, the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) members today staged a walkout from the Punjab Assembly to protest against the central government's "inadequate response" to the flood crisis in the state after a nearly six-hour debate on the issue.
The discussion, held on the opening day of a special four-day session, saw Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann counter opposition allegations while highlighting coordination challenges with neighbouring states and federal authorities.
Mann opened his address by critiquing the opposition's contributions, noting that remarks often reflected the depth of insight provided. He accused some leaders of exploiting the disaster for political ...