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Anant Singh expelled from party: Janata Dal (United) has expelled Mokama MLA Anant Singh and former MLA Neelam Devi for six years over alleged anti-party activities.
The decision adds a new twist to Bihar’s political landscape.
JD(U) Bihar president Umesh Singh Kushwaha announced the disciplinary action on Saturday evening.
Anant Singh Accused of Defying Party Directives
According to JD(U), Anant Singh ignored the party’s instructions during the Bihar Legislative Council elections.
The party alleges that he supported Jan Suraaj candidate Anuj Singh instead of its official nominee, Neeraj Kumar.
The alleged move triggered disciplinary action against the Mokama MLA.
The party maintains that its members must follow official decisions and uphold organisational discipline.
The expulsion of Neelam Devi alongside Anant Singh marks a significant step by the party.
However, the announcement does not establish any separate allegations against her.
JD(U) Seeks Action on Assembly Membership
JD(U) has also approached the Speaker of the Bihar Legislative Assembly over Anant Singh’s membership.
The party has sought action under the Tenth Schedule of the Indian Constitution.
The Tenth Schedule deals with disqualification of legislators on grounds of defection.
However, party expulsion alone does not automatically end an MLA’s membership.
The Speaker or another competent authority must follow the applicable constitutional process before any disqualification takes effect.
Therefore, Anant Singh’s Assembly membership remains a separate issue from his expulsion.
Political Rivalry Adds to the Dispute
The reported rivalry between Neeraj Kumar and Anant Singh forms part of the wider political backdrop.
The latest development also raises questions about discipline within JD(U).
The party’s decision sends a clear message about its expectations from members.
Supporting a rival candidate against an official nominee can create serious organisational consequences.
The move may also affect political equations in Mokama and other parts of Bihar.
Its wider impact will depend on how the party and the concerned leaders respond in the coming days.
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