Indian Parliament Member Mahua Moitra Accused of Asking Questions for Money

 Indian Parliament Member Mahua Moitra Accused of Asking Questions for Money




On October 15, 2023, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Nishikant Dubey accused Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitra of taking bribes to ask questions in Parliament. Dubey wrote a letter to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, demanding an inquiry committee against Moitra and her immediate suspension from the House.

Dubey alleged that Moitra had received "cash and gifts" from businessman Darshan Hiranandani to ask questions on the Adani Group, another business conglomerate that Hiranandani Group was bidding for business against. He also claimed that 50 of 61 questions asked by Moitra in the Lok Sabha till recently were focused on the Adani Group.

Moitra has denied all of the allegations, calling them "baseless and malicious." She said that she is ready to face any kind of inquiry and that she will not be intimidated by the BJP.

The allegations against Moitra have come at a time when the BJP is facing criticism over its close ties to the Adani Group. The Adani Group has been accused of receiving preferential treatment from the government, and its rapid expansion has been a source of controversy.

The allegations against Moitra have also been met with skepticism from some quarters. Some have pointed out that Dubey has a history of making unsubstantiated allegations against political opponents. Others have said that the allegations are motivated by political rivalry between the BJP and the TMC.

The Lok Sabha Speaker has yet to take any action on Dubey's letter. It is unclear whether he will order an inquiry into the allegations against Moitra.

Implications of the Allegations

If the allegations against Moitra are proven to be true, it would be a serious matter. It would mean that a member of Parliament had been compromised by private interests and was using her position to advance their agendas. This would undermine public trust in the institution of Parliament.

The allegations also have implications for the BJP. If the BJP is seen to be targeting Moitra because of her criticism of the Adani Group, it would further raise concerns about the party's close ties to big business.

The allegations against Moitra are still at an early stage, and it is important to note that she has not been found guilty of any wrongdoing. However, the allegations are serious and should be thoroughly investigated.

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