UP Assembly Secretariat Issues Ultimatum: Kanpur Officials Must Report on Breach of Privilege Case in 5 Days
The Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly Secretariat has escalated its response to a high-stakes breach of privilege case involving Samajwadi Party (SP) MLA Amitabh Bajpai. After initial deadlines were missed, the Secretariat has issued a strict directive to the Kanpur Police Commissioner and the District Magistrate (DM), demanding a comprehensive report on the matter within five working days. This move signals a zero-tolerance approach toward alleged administrative misconduct and the obstruction of a legislator's constitutional duties.
The Origin of the Conflict: Foundation Stone Controversy
The dispute stems from an incident on May 13, 2026, during the foundation stone laying ceremony for a school in the Aryanagar constituency, part of the state government’s school modernization campaign. MLA Amitabh Bajpai, representing Aryanagar, alleged that his democratic rights were trampled upon during the event. According to his complaint, he was subjected to indecent behavior in the presence of law enforcement officials, and his legitimate administrative functions were deliberately obstructed by certain local leaders and officials. The MLA has formally requested the Assembly Speaker to initiate breach of privilege proceedings, specifically naming ACP Chitranshu Gautam, Inspector Manvendra Singh, the Executive Engineer, and the Basic Education Officer of Kanpur as key figures whose roles require a thorough investigation.
Secretariat Tightens Grip Following Missed Deadlines
Initially, the Legislative Assembly Secretariat had granted the Kanpur administration 15 working days to respond to the allegations. However, the failure of the Police Commissioner and DM to meet this deadline prompted Principal Secretary Pradeep Kumar Dubey to issue a fresh, time-bound order. The latest directive leaves no room for ambiguity, explicitly requiring the officials to submit a detailed report along with necessary clarifications within the next five working days. The Secretariat’s decision to pursue this matter with urgency highlights the Speaker’s serious view of the complaint, emphasizing that constitutional protocols must be upheld regardless of political or administrative pressures.
MLA Expresses Confidence in Assembly Leadership
Reacting to the latest development, MLA Amitabh Bajpai expressed his satisfaction with the Secretariat’s firm stance. He conveyed his gratitude to the Assembly Speaker for taking serious cognizance of the incident and ensuring that the investigation remains on track. Bajpai believes that the upcoming mandatory report will bring the facts to light, effectively exposing the conduct of the officials and local leaders involved in the event. As the deadline approaches, all eyes are on the Kanpur administration to see how they will address the serious accusations leveled by the legislator, as the outcome could set a significant precedent for the treatment of elected representatives in the state.
