Telangana HC orders immediate action on pending disqualification pleas of turncoat MLAs

In a recent development, Justice B Vijaysen Reddy of the Telangana High Court has directed the state legislature secretary to expedite the pending disqualification pleas against turncoat MLAs within four weeks. The pleas, filed by BRS and BJP in April, seek the disqualification of MLAs who switched loyalty to Congress. The judge emphasized the need for transparency in the process and instructed the Speaker’s secretary to provide a time schedule outlining all stages of the proceedings. This decision is likely to stir political controversy in the state as it puts pressure on the Speaker to make a decision on the matter promptly.