New Delhi, Feb 2 (NationPress) The Rajya Sabha experienced intense drama on Monday as nominated member and BJP leader C. Sadanandan Master introduced the Motion of Thanks in response to President Droupadi Murmu's address, inciting protests from the opposition, particularly from CPI(M) members.

Master, a former educator from Kerala and an RSS member who lost both legs in a politically motivated incident in 1994, placed his prosthetic limbs on the table beside him while delivering his address to the House.

In a direct commentary aimed at the CPI(M), Master stated, "Those who are raising their voices about democracy in Parliament were responsible for the attack on me 31 years ago."

He accused the party of hypocrisy, asserting that their allegiance lies in political violence rather than democratic principles. "You proclaim democracy and humanity, yet political violence contradicts democratic values," he emphasized, highlighting that such actions threaten the very essence of the nation’s democracy.

Recalling the traumatic event from 31 years prior, he described how he was assaulted by a group of organized criminals near Mattannur in Kannur district while returning home after visiting his uncle.

The assailants ambushed him, restrained him, and brutally severed both of his legs below the knees using sharp weapons. During the horrific attack, they chanted "Inquilab Zindabad," leaving him severely injured and bleeding. The mutilation of his limbs was intended to prevent any chance of reattachment.

CPI(M) MP John Brittas quickly raised a point of order, opposing the display of prosthetics in the House, citing regulations against showing items.

The Chair acknowledged the concern, indicating that the member would be instructed to remove the prosthetics but also remarked, "You (Mr. Brittas) should maintain the same strictness when others display placards in the House," the chairman noted.

Meanwhile, protests from opposition members persisted, creating a commotion and temporarily disrupting proceedings.

Transitioning to the President's address, Master lauded the vision of "Amrit Kaal" and the aspiration for a "Viksit Bharat," describing it as a continuous journey that transcends any single government or generation. He underscored President Murmu's focus on "nari shakti," highlighting the historic graduation of the first cohort of women cadets from the National Defence Academy (NDA) as a representation of women's leadership in national development.

In a call for unity, Master urged opposition members: "Let us not oppose merely for the sake of opposition; let us adopt a unified approach regarding matters of national significance."

He depicted the strong foundation laid by visionary leadership and the burgeoning structures of a glorious Bharat, calling upon the House to unite for India's global mission towards goodness and humanity.

The motion received support from BJP MP Dr. Medha Vishram Kulkarni, who spoke following Master's address. The debate on the Motion of Thanks, allotted 16 hours in the Rajya Sabha, continues amidst the charged atmosphere of the Budget Session.

Master's nomination to the Rajya Sabha last year was largely viewed as recognition of his resilience and advocacy against political violence.