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Senior SC Lawyer Says Maharashtra MP’s Privilege Claim Over Belagavi Entry Ban Lacks Merit

Karnataka has pledged legal support to the Belagavi deputy commissioner if the Speaker pursues the complaint.

Overview

  • Senior advocate Mohan Kataraki said the prohibitory order was a lawful BNSS Section 163 measure binding on everyone, including MPs.
  • He argued parliamentary privilege covers proceedings in Parliament rather than political activities that could trigger unrest in a sensitive border district.
  • Kataraki described the privilege motion as devoid of legal foundation and said he expects the Speaker to dismiss it.
  • Minister Satish Jarkiholi said the government stands by DC Mohammad Roshan, reported that no notice has been issued, and urged Karnataka MPs to support the officer.
  • Jarkiholi pressed police to act firmly in a reported POCSO matter in rural Belagavi and highlighted Cabinet approval for a 2.03 km flyover from NH48 to Dharmaveer Sambhaji Circle with an extension to the 3rd Gate.