democratic accountability
Madhya Pradesh Assembly Session Abandoned as 14 MLAs Choose Weddings Over Legislative Duties
Dec 06, 2025 09:57 pm CST
In an unprecedented turn of events, Madhya Pradesh's Winter Assembly Session ended prematurely when 14 MLAs from across political parties skipped proceedings to attend weddings. Despite ministers and officials being present and prepared, Question Hour collapsed as legislators prioritized social obligations over their parliamentary responsibilities, prompting debate about elected representatives' priorities during India's peak wedding season.
