Ousted spokesman files lawsuit against BJP
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, February 16 2022:
In connection with a lawsuit filed by former chief spokesperson of BJP Manipur Pradesh Ch Bijoy, the court of civil judge (junior division) Imphal West-I on Wednesday issued summon notice to defendant BJP Manipur Pradesh and asked the latter to appear before the court either in person or through an authorised representative within February 24.Plaintiff Ch Bijoy filed the suit under Section 34 of Specific Relief Act, 1963.After hearing the plaintiff, the court issued summon to the defendant with the directive answer all material in question relating to the petition within the specified date.
The petition named BJP state chief A Sharda Devi as the defendant and accused her of "unconstitutionally" removing him (Bijoy) from the party.
Bijoy filed the suit with a prayer for declaration with consequential reliefs.
After the case was heard through a video conferencing, the Court issued summon to the BJP chief.
It may be noted that Bijoy was expelled for six years for violating the party's rules and regulations.