Similar situations have arisen before. After the 2008 polls, the CDA had to move in to forcibly evict defeated MNAs reluctant to move out. It is reported to be considering such action again. The failure of the MNAs to act in a legal and ethical manner does not reflect well on our politicians. Since these honourable persons have themselves failed to do the right thing, setting a terrible example to others, perhaps their parties need to step in. It is important they enforce some element of discipline on their own members, for their actions, after all, also reflect on the groups they are associated with. We need to develop a more wholesome political culture. This is important for our nation so that respect can be built for democracy. Persons who play a role in this must do their bit by acting responsibly and not abusing their positions. We need to see a dignified exit from the parliamentary lodges within the next few days, rather than the ugliness of a forced eviction.
Published in The Express Tribune, May 23rd, 2013.
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