An MLA of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on 24 February said officers, who created hurdles in work meant for people's welfare should be beaten up, days after the alleged assault on Delhi Chief Secretary Anshu Prakash by some lawmakers of the party.
AAP's Uttam Nagar MLA Naresh Balyan's comments added to the tension already existing between the Delhi government and bureaucracy, after the alleged assault on Prakash.
The joint forum of the Delhi governments' officers condemned the MLA's statement.
"However, the joint forum has resolved to continue work only through formal written communication with the political executive of the Delhi government," it said.
Balyan's comments did not go down well with the Arvind Kejriwal-led party either.
Balyan, however, was unrepentant about his comments. "If an officer intentionally delays any work for the people, he should get the same treatment," he said.
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