Use of unparliamentary words: Speaker warns action against MLA

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaSeptember 13, 2022

Assembly Speaker Metbah Lyngdoh on Tuesday warned stern action against Gambegre legislator Saleng A Sangma in case of further use of ‘unparliamentary words’ in the House. 

“I am taking strong exception of the action of the member (Saleng) and hence strong action will be taken by the House against the member on any further repetition of such action in the future. This is my ruling,” Lyngdoh said. 

On Monday, the Speaker had ordered expunging of an unparliamentary word used by Saleng while participating on a short duration discussion related to the degradation of roads, traffic management and non-compliance of transport laws in the state – from the proceedings of the House. 

Before prouncing his ruling, Lyngdoh said this is not the only time that the member had used such unparliamentary language and he had to give a ruling for expunging from the proceedings of the House even on other occasions. 

The Speaker reminded that the House has a rich tradition of conducting its businesses in a decent and dignified manner. 

“Therefore, it is our responsibility to uphold this tradition and resist the use of any unparliamentary words or languages inside the house while participating in any debate or discussion,” he asserted.