According to sources, the ruling BJP is planning to install its own person on the position.
The latest comment may be the last straw that breaks the camel's back as Mr Koshyari has rocked the boat too often for comfort. DC File Image
Mumbai: In the engrossing political battle in the state, even the appointment of a pro-tem Speaker has assumed a lot of significance.
According to sources, the ruling BJP is planning to install its own person on the position.
The pro-tem Speaker has a limited role of administering oath to the newly-elected legislators and supervising the process of the election of a new speaker, who then conducts the floor test for the chief minister to prove his majority.
However, sources said the appointment of a pro-tem Speaker is the sole discretion of the governor.
“It is not mandatory for governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari to follow the convention, and he can appoint any other person on that position,” said a senior official.
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