Eleven-Minute Session: Punjab Assembly Mourns Verma Amidst Opposition Ire
The Punjab Vidhan Sabha concluded a special session on Thursday, July 10, 2025, in a mere eleven minutes. The brief sitting was dedicated to paying tributes to several individuals, including slain Congress leader Sanjay Verma.
Among those remembered were a recently deceased MLA and soldiers who lost their lives in the line of duty. The short duration of the session, however, sparked immediate controversy.
The opposition parties sharply criticized the brevity of the proceedings, questioning the haste and lack of comprehensive discussion. Their main focus was the ongoing investigation into Verma’s murder and the perceived lack of police action.
Several key officials and MLAs were notably absent from the session, further fueling opposition claims of a lack of seriousness. This raised concerns about transparency and accountability within the state legislature.
The incident highlights the ongoing political tensions in Punjab and raises serious questions about the effectiveness of the legislative process in addressing crucial issues. The lack of a thorough debate on a significant event like Verma’s death underscores the need for greater transparency and accountability within the state government.
