New Delhi, Jan 19 (UNI) Atishi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Delhi Legislative Assembly, has formally rejected allegations of breach of privilege and contempt levelled against her.
The notice, dated January 15, stems from a complaint concerning proceedings in the House on January 6.
In a detailed written response addressed to the Secretary of the Delhi Legislative Assembly, Atishi categorically denied the accusations. “I state with utmost clarity and sincerity that I have never made any derogatory remark against Sikh Gurus, either in the House on 6th January r at any other point of time in my life. I categorically deny the allegation in its entirety,” she stated in her stated.
She described her personal reverence for Sikh Gurus as a matter of family values and faith. Atishi emphasised the gravity of the charge, stating she is “morally incapable” of uttering disrespectful words towards figures like Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji.
Regarding the January 6 session, Atishi clarified the context as a heated political exchange during a discussion on pollution and governance. She asserted, “At no point were Sikh Gurus referred to, invoked or alluded to in any manner whatsoever.”
The Leader of the Opposition also raised procedural concerns about the notice served to her. She argued that the notice uses vague language, citing “pandemonium in the House” without specifying the exact remarks she is alleged to have made, their context, or how they were considered derogatory. This lack of particulars, she contended, places her in an “untenable position” and is contrary to principles of natural justice.
Further, Atishi noted she received no prior communication from the Speaker asking her to clarify her position, as mentioned in the notice.
To enable a comprehensive response, Atishi has requested the Assembly Secretary to provide specific documents. These include a copy of the original complaint, the complete and unedited official video recording of the January 6 proceedings, and copies of any written communications from the Speaker seeking her clarification.
