Row erupts as Haryana BJP MP's son, facing stalking case, appointed law officer
The case is still being heard in a local court in Chandigarh.Speaking to India Today over the phone, Varnika Kundu said, "As far as the appointment of Vikas Barala is concerned, I think the competent authority that appointed him can answer. They are all learned people and can answer on this appointment.""As far as my case is concerned, I would say that I have faith in the judiciary, but it has been 8 years now. A lot of attention has also gone away from the case," she added.Speaking on the matter, Haryana Minister Ranbir Gangwa said, "A committee was formed in this case which appointed Vikas only after proper investigation. How can the Congress talk about nepotism or recommendation? There is no thought regarding his removal from the position."Barala is one of seven law officers designated to represent Haryana's legal cell in Delhi. In total, 96 law officers—including Additional Advocate Generals, Senior Deputy Advocate Generals, Deputy Advocate Generals, and Assistant Advocate Generals—have been appointed to represent the state before the Punjab and Haryana High Court in Chandigarh and in Delhi.- Ends
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