CPI (ML) to seek PESA Act in state
The party formed a 25-member standing committee, led by state secretary Manoj Bhakt. "CPI (ML) delegation would try to meet chief minster
and request the formation of a co-ordination committee for mahagathbandhan and ask him to implement the PESA rules. CPI (ML) is a part of mahagathabandhan. So, it seeks party based coordination committee for implementation of promises made to people."
Former MLA Binod Singh said, "CPI (ML) would fight against the attacks on the Constitution, democratic values, and the suppression of social and political workers."
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