Delhi waterlogging fury: AAP councillors sail into MCD House with inflatable boat
AAP councillors brought an inflatable boat into the MCD House in Delhi to protest against severe waterlogging following heavy rains. The protest led to a temporary adjournment of the meeting and sparked a heated exchange between AAP and BJP members regarding civic governance.
Why it matters
It highlights the ongoing political friction in Delhi's municipal governance and the public frustration regarding urban infrastructure failures.
NEW DELHI: An inflatable rubber boat was brought inside the House during a general meeting of MCD Monday by AAP councillors to highlight the severity of waterlogging in several parts of the city following heavy rain.AAP councillors first filled the boat with air outside the House and then carried it inside while raising slogans and standing on the benches.Following the disruption, mayor Pravesh Wahi adjourned the House for about 10 minutes. The proceedings resumed later amid exchanges between BJP and Opposition councillors. The meeting continued till 6.30pm.Leader of opposition in the House Anukush Narang alleged BJP had failed to address the “serious” issue.
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