SRINAGAR, Oct 30: Legislative Assembly Speaker, Abdul Rahim Rather today allowed the legislators to raise issues beyond the Zero Hour, terming it as a special case in light of the importance of matters raised by members.

“Today I am allowing members to raise certain important issues beyond the Zero Hour. It is a one-time exception and will not form a precedent for future proceedings,” Speaker said while allowing MLAs to speak on public issues, including the plight of flood victims of September 2025.

Emphasising upon the members to make judicious use of the limited time available, Speaker said that matters can be raised in the House in a constructive and respectful manner.

Earlier, Speaker had rejected an adjournment motion moved in by MLA Pawan Kumar Gupta for a discussion on the situat

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