Suspense is over, Kalimpong MLA Harka Bahadur Chettri has said that he will quit Gorkha Janamukti Morcha and will continue as an Independent MLA.
Stating that MLA's were asked to resign without any consultation, he said that he could not be a party to the arbitrary decisions.
He stated that despite being an ex-officio member of the Gorkhaland Territorial Administration he wasn't invited to a single GTA meeting in the last three years.
It might be reminded that on Marh 25, 2011 when the 3 GJM MLA candidates names were announced, Mr. Vimal Bimal Gurung Official had said, “Whoever is the candidate, he must sign a bond stating that he would withdraw or resign at any moment. The bond must also state that they will be willing to sit on a hunger strike in front of the Assembly. This is the people’s movement and the people’s voice should always be respected." [Details:http://bit.ly/1Kv96gr]
Kalimpong MLA Harka Bahadur Chettri today severed ties with Bimal Gurung's led Gorkha Janamukti Morcha saying his action was to protest against "system" in the Hills.
Fifty-four-year-old Gorkha leader, known for his soft and democratic way of functioning, said he would work as an independent legislator until he decides his future course of action.
At that time all were in agreement, but of late Mr. Chettri was seen as getting closer to TMC.
He however ruled out joining TMC for now.
With inputs from Times of India and DK Waiba in Kalimpong via TheDC
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