A heated political battle erupted in Delhi’s MCD House as the election for the vacant seat in the Standing Committee proceeded despite the AAP’s boycott and the Mayor’s claim of it being unconstitutional. The LG overruled the Mayor’s decision, leading to the election being held under the supervision of an Additional Commissioner.
Thick smoke continues to billow from the Ghazipur landfill site as authorities combat a raging fire that has caused respiratory issues among locals and ignited political sparring. The Delhi government and BJP have accused the AAP-led MCD of negligence, while the MCD has declared that 90% of the fire is extinguished. A case has been registered under IPC sections for endangering life and health, and an inquiry has been initiated by the MCD. Environment Minister Rai has directed a report on the fire’s cause and preventive measures to be submitted within 48 hours, emphasizing the need to prioritize public health over partisan politics.
