Chandigarh Municipal Meeting Turns Chaotic as Congress, AAP, BJP Clash

New Delhi (India) December 24 : A disordered conflict break out at the Chandigarh Municipal Corporation meeting on Tuesday, as councillors from Congress, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) engaged in a physical fight.  

The clash disturbed proceedings and emphasized growing political tensions in the city. The incident, which raised during a discussion on important public matters, drew extensive public criticism.

Heated Debate Turns Physical

The meeting, initially focused on addressing key municipal concerns, quickly spiralled into chaos. Disagreements over alleged irregularities in city projects fuelled a heated debate.

As the verbal arguments became more intense, the situation took a violent turn. Councillors from the three parties began pushing, shoving, and throwing allegations at one another, unsettling the official proceedings completely.

Accusations Fly Across Party Lines

The dispute was sparked by hidden political rivalries. Congress councillors accused the BJP-led administration of mismanaging municipal governance, quoting ongoing issues with city development projects.

In retaliation, BJP members blamed AAP for stirring conflicts and delaying progress. An AAP representative countered the accusations, claiming, "This chaos was deliberately incited to stall discussions on critical public issues."

Law and Order Concerns

The fight quickly worsened beyond the control of the councillors, raising significant law and order concerns. The Chandigarh Police were called to the scene to restore order and ensure the safety of everyone present.

The incident drew sharp criticism from the public and civic activists, with many accusing the politicians of leaving their responsibility to serve the people.

Officials Call for Calm

In response to the chaos, senior officials from the Municipal Corporation stated regret over the incident. They stressed the importance of maintaining dignity in future meetings, stressing that the focus should be on resolving the city's issues, not engaging in personal conflicts. A senior official remarked, “The people of Chandigarh deserve better than this display of hostility.”

Political Fallout and Public Reaction

The clash has increased the already fierce political rivalries in Chandigarh, with each party blaming the other for the disorder. Social media platforms quickly lit up with angry reactions from citizens, calling for responsibility from elected representatives.

Many expressed frustration, advising local politicians to prioritize public service over political drama. The public’s call for a more focused and professional approach to civic governance is growing louder.

 By Manasa Permulla