SaralnamaBJP members protested at the Katghora Municipal Council meeting in Korba. They demanded transparency in city development discussions and seating for BJP councillors in the visitor's gallery. The BJP boycotted the meeting and staged a sit-in outside the CMO's office. Police arrived to maintain peace. The CMO stated that decision-making power lies with council members, not the CMO. BJP district president Abhishek Garg argued that the Act allows seating in the visitor's gallery, similar to Parliament and Assembly. The CMO clarified that only council and chairman decisions are valid in general meetings. To attend future meetings, BJP members should seek permission from the council chairman. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 13:29 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- BJP members protested at the Katghora Municipal Council meeting in Korba on 25 Aug 2023
- They demanded transparency in city development discussions and seating for BJP councillors in the visitor's gallery
- The BJP boycotted the meeting and staged a sit-in outside the CMO's office