Serious security breach in Lok Sabha: Two intruders jumped from the exhibition room and sprayed gas.

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During the Lok Sabha session in West Bengal, a security breach occurred when two intruders leaped from the visitor’s gallery. The incident took place on the 22nd anniversary of the Parliament attack while BJP MP Khagen Murmu was addressing the House. The intruders, clad in blue jackets, posed a serious security risk by running around the Lok Sabha premises, causing the proceedings to halt, and prompting MPs to leave the chamber.

Congress MP Karti Chidambaram reported that the intruders, appearing to be in their 20s, carried canisters emitting yellow smoke. One of them attempted to reach the speaker’s chair while yelling slogans. Concerns were raised that the substance in the canisters might be poisonous. The MPs and security personnel questioned the intruders after their apprehension.

MP Dimple Yadav of the Samajwadi Party emphasized the need for the government to address the lack of tags for visitors, highlighting the potential risks within the Lok Sabha. Trinamool leader Sudip Bandyopadhyay described the incident as an appalling security lapse, questioning how individuals could enter the House with smoke-releasing devices.

The House adjourned until 2:00 p.m., and Congress Lok Sabha leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhary deemed the incident a security breach, especially on the solemn day of the 2001 Parliament attack anniversary. Reports suggested that one of the ruling party’s sitting MPs might have sponsored the intruders.

Congressman Shashi Tharoor pointed out a significant security breach, noting that the intruders brought in smoke pistols and shouted slogans. He raised concerns about the security arrangements in the new building, suggesting that they may be less than optimal compared to the old building’s configuration. Overall, the incident raised questions about the effectiveness of security measures in the Lok Sabha, prompting a thorough investigation into the breach.