Company Registration 3 November 2026
Bihar BJP Faces Defection Crisis as Independent MLCs Join Party
Two independent members of the Legislative Council (MLCs) in Bihar have shifted to the Bharatiya Janata Party, prompting the opposition to demand their immediate disqualification under the anti‑defection law. The BJP defends the legislators' right to join, while the controversy underscores escalating political tension in the state and raises questions about the enforcement of defection provisions.
Two independent MLCs have switched allegiance to the BJP in Bihar, triggering opposition calls for their disqualification under the anti‑defection law.
- Opposition argues the move violates the law and seeks immediate removal.
- BJP says the legislators are free to join and dismisses the criticism.
- The dispute highlights growing political volatility in the state.
Read the full story on the Indian Express here.
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