NC In a significant political move, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha appointed Mubarak Gul, a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA), as the Speaker Protem of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly. This decision follows the guidelines of Section 24 of the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019, and came on Friday, October 18, 2024.
As Speaker Protem, Gul will lead the upcoming swearing-in ceremony, where he will administer the oath and affirmation to all newly elected members of the J&K Legislative Assembly. The event will take place on October 21 at 2 PM in Srinagar’s Legislative Assembly premises.
The official communication urges all members to attend this important ceremony, emphasizing the necessity of their presence. Their participation is crucial, as each member must take the oath and affirm their roles and responsibilities in the Assembly.
NC Appoints Mubarak Gul as Protem Speaker in J & K (toptrendshub.com)
Furthermore, Gul will also carry out the duties of Speaker until the election for the permanent Speaker takes place. This temporary role positions Gul at the center of the Assembly’s operations during this critical transition.
This upcoming ceremony signals a significant step in the legislative process and lays the foundation for governance in Jammu and Kashmir.
NC’s Mubarak Gul Takes Charge as Protem Speaker of J&K Assembly
In a notable announcement, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha appointed Mubarak Gul as the Protem Speaker of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly. Acting under Section 24 of the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019, this decision coincides with the assembly’s preparation for a new session.
Mubarak Gul, a seasoned National Conference (NC) politician who won the Idgah assembly seat in Srinagar for the sixth time, will administer the oath and affirmation to all newly elected members. This ceremony is set for Monday, October 21, at 2 PM in the Srinagar assembly premises.
The official order calls for the attendance of all members, emphasizing the importance of their participation in this pivotal event. This ceremony is not just a constitutional formality but also a vital step in affirming each member’s commitment to their legislative duties.
In addition to his duties as Protem Speaker, Gul will serve as the acting Speaker until the assembly elects a permanent Speaker. His deep political experience and knowledge of legislative procedures will prove instrumental as the assembly begins its work.
This appointment comes at a critical time for Jammu and Kashmir, as it not only marks a significant moment in its political landscape, but also as the assembly prepares to reconvene. Furthermore, it will address the governance challenges ahead, setting the stage for key legislative actions.
Omar Abdullah’s NC Plans to Offer Deputy Speaker Post to BJP in J&K Assembly
In a strategic move to promote cooperation within the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, Omar Abdullah’s National Conference (NC) government plans to offer the Deputy Speaker post to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Since the BJP is the second-largest party in the assembly, this decision highlights their growing influence in regional politics.
Speculation surrounds the allocation of key positions within the assembly. Abdul Rahim Rather, the seniormost NC MLA, is expected to be nominated as Speaker, while the BJP will likely propose a candidate for Deputy Speaker. This arrangement demonstrates a pragmatic approach, encouraging collaboration among the leading political parties.
As preparations for the assembly session continue, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has already appointed Mubarak Gul as Protem Speaker. Gul’s primary responsibility will be administering the oath of office to newly elected Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) on October 21 in Srinagar. Following the oath-taking, the election for Speaker and Deputy Speaker will occur.
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This offer to the BJP recalls a similar move in 2015, during the coalition government between the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and BJP. At that time, NC was in opposition, yet its leader Nazir Gurezi served as Deputy Speaker, setting a precedent for cross-party collaboration.
The BJP is currently discussing potential candidates for the Deputy Speaker role, while also preparing to select the leader of its legislative party. In order to oversee this process, the BJP Parliamentary Board has therefore appointed Union Minister Prahlad Joshi and National General Secretary Tarun Chugh as observers for the upcoming legislative party elections.
With the NC holding a majority of 42 seats, and the BJP controlling 29 seats, the assembly’s composition sets the stage for important negotiations. Other represented parties include Congress with 6 seats, CPI(M) with 1, AAP with 1, PDP with 3, People’s Conference with 1, and AIP with 1.
This political development paves the way for possible collaborations and negotiations that could significantly shape Jammu and Kashmir’s legislative agenda as the assembly reconvenes.
