Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather - NEWS Of KASHMIR

Amid uproar in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly on Monday, the Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather said that the Billawar killings could not be discussed in the House, as it falls outside the Assembly.
Citing Section 32 of the Jammu & Kashmir Reorganisation Act-2019, the Speaker explained that issues related to police and public order are not within the Assembly’s domain.
“The Lieutenant Governor (LG) has already ordered an inquiry into the Billawar killings,” the Speaker said, adding that the matter was being looked into by the concerned authorities.
The Speaker also stated that the controversy surrounding the Gulmarg fashion show could not be raised in the House, as an inquiry is already underway. “Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has ordered an investigation into the fashion show. We cannot discuss matters that are under investigation,” he clarified.
The Speaker also condemned the assault on MLA Bani, Dr. Rameshwar Singh, and called for a thorough investigation into the incident. “The House condemns the attack on Dr. Rameshwar Singh and calls for a thorough inquiry,” he added.
With both matters under investigation, the Speaker emphasised that discussions would not be allowed until the inquiries were completed.

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Speaker of Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Abdul Rahim on Wednesday his role in the legislative process, addressing the extent of his authority as Speaker in presiding over House sessions.

He said that his primary responsibility is to oversee proceedings and count votes, rather than influence or alter the decisions made by the members.

Explaining the process, he stated, “My role is to count the votes on any motion presented before the House. If there is a majority, I declare it passed. Beyond that, I have no authority to reverse or send back any decision made by the House.” Rahim stressed that his responsibility is only to ensure an accurate count and announce the outcome, with no role in deciding the motion’s content or outcome.

“The House alone has the power to withdraw or amend any decision it passes; the Speaker cannot override the will of the House,” Rahim asserted.(Agencies)

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