The session, initially convened to mark International Workers' Day, quickly lost its focus after Opposition leaders accused the Chief Minister of misconduct inside the House. The allegations triggered loud protests, with members of the Indian National Congress and other parties walking out, demanding medical tests for legislators.
Responding firmly, Mann dismissed the accusations as politically motivated, mocking the demand and questioning the Opposition’s intent. He suggested that such claims highlight a lack of substantive issues being raised against the government.
The Chief Minister also addressed speculation about instability within the Aam Aadmi Party, rejecting rumours of a possible split and asserting that party legislators remain united.
Tensions escalated further after the Speaker declined the Opposition’s demand to conduct any form of testing within the Assembly, reinforcing the government’s stance that the controversy was being manufactured for political mileage.
With sharp exchanges dominating proceedings, the episode underscores a deepening confrontation between the ruling party and the Opposition in Punjab’s evolving political landscape.
