Date: 09.12.24, Monday Location: A prominent hospital in the North A controversial Member of Parliament, often referred to as the “Gold Keeper,” has sparked outrage after an unannounced and unauthorized visit to a hospital, where he reportedly confronted the medical superintendent in a bizarre display of entitlement.
According to eyewitness accounts, the MP entered the hospital premises without prior permission and directly approached voluntary sanitation workers. Following this, he barged into the real medical superintendent’s office without consent, where he reportedly seized a chair and demanded an explanation as to why he wasn’t given a warm welcome or a handshake.
He is alleged to have declared, “I am a parliamentarian; call me as Sir!” This incident echoes a previous controversy involving the Gold Keeper from last August when a telephone conversation audio recording was leaked, highlighting his uncivilized behavior.
The phrase “Call Me Sir” also surfaced during a widely criticized FM advertisement campaign tied to him. Critics have lambasted the MP for his conduct, accusing him of overstepping his authority. Legal experts emphasize that parliamentary immunity applies solely to speeches made within Parliament and does not extend to such public actions.
They argue that no MP has the right to bypass proper protocols, infringe upon the roles of medical professionals, or interfere in institutional operations. Commentators have further pointed out that the Gold Keeper must substantiate any allegations he makes with proper evidence and pursue them through legal and appropriate channels. His current actions, they suggest, set a dangerous precedent for misuse of power.
This incident has raised questions about accountability, professional boundaries, and the broader implications of allowing unchecked authority figures to operate beyond the law. The public and medical community await further developments as investigations into the matter continue.
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