In a major jolt to the Opposition alliance, the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) has decided to extend its support to the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led NDA government over the Delhi Services Ordinance, according to reports. This comes as a big relief for the NDA as it will need the support of Biju Janata Dal (BJD), YSRCP and other nominated members and Independents in the Rajya Sabha to ensure the passage of the bill to replace the Delhi Services Ordinance.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy-led YSR Congress Party has nine members in Rajya Sabha and their support could be vital for the ruling BJP government. With the support of the YSRCP, the government can easily pass its contentious Delhi bill through the Rajya Sabha.
Bill likely to be presented in Rajya Sabha on July 31
According to reports, the bill is expected to be introduced in the Lok Sabha on Monday, July 31. The NDA has 106 (excluding 5 nominated MPs and including NCP-Ajit Pawar's Praful Patel) members in the Rajya Sabha, while the 26-party Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) has the support of 98 members. Meanwhile, the non-aligned parties have 29 members.
Meanwhile, the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) will vote with the Opposition bloc. It has 7 members in the house. The BJD and YSRCP have nine members each and the NDA will be hoping for their support for the crucial bill.
