CPI(M) MP accuses BJP's Sushmita Dev of using 'lungiwala' slur in Rajya Sabha
CPI(M) leader John Brittas has alleged that BJP MP Sushmita Dev referred to him as 'lungiwala' while in the Rajya Sabha. Following the incident, he submitted a privilege motion against her. Rajya Sabha Chairman CP Radhakrishnan addressed the issue by citing parliamentary rules, emphasizing that members must not disparage others based on their cultural background. He has summoned both lawmakers to his office to settle the dispute.