Panaji: Goa Congress President Amit Patkar has filed a contempt petition in the Bombay High Court at Goa against the Speaker of the Goa Legislative Assembly. The petition alleges failure on the Speaker’s part to decide on the disqualification plea submitted by the Congress party, highlighting concerns over the delay’s impact on democratic principles and constitutional mandates.
Advocate Carlos Ferreira is representing the Congress in the ongoing disqualification matter. The party has reiterated its commitment to upholding the rule of law and holding those in governance accountable. The Congress has called for urgent judicial intervention to address the issue.
This development marks a significant escalation in the party’s efforts to seek justice in the case.