Lok Sabha Adjourned Again Amidst Opposition Uproar Over Ladakh Standoff

The Lok Sabha was adjourned shortly after reconvening due to uproar from the Opposition, particularly over Rahul Gandhi's remarks regarding the 2020 Ladakh standoff. Despite his insistence on discussing national security, interruptions from treasury benches led to chaos. The Speaker ruled against quoting news articles in the House, further escalating tensions. As the Budget Session continues, the political discourse surrounding the standoff remains heated, with Congress MPs protesting and demanding clarity from the government. This situation highlights the ongoing challenges within Indian politics as the Parliament grapples with significant national issues.

By Narendra Chaudhary Feb 3, 2026, 12:23 IST

Lok Sabha's Brief Resumption

New Delhi: Following a tumultuous session the previous day, the Lok Sabha reconvened on Tuesday but was adjourned merely nine minutes after it began.

The House will reconvene at 12 p.m.

This adjournment occurred amidst a significant uproar from the Opposition regarding Monday's discussions, where Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition, attempted to address the 2020 Ladakh standoff, referencing a magazine article that he claimed cited unpublished memoirs from former Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane (Retd.).

Gandhi faced repeated interruptions from members of the treasury benches, who demanded that he provide 'authentic' sources to back his assertions. Key figures such as Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, and BJP MP Nishikant Dubey challenged the credibility of his statements.

As chaos unfolded in the House, Gandhi remained resolute in his intention to discuss the Ladakh standoff, emphasizing its relevance to 'national security'.

In response, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju remarked, 'What do you gain by portraying the country in a poor light? While we may have differing opinions, we should unite for the national interest.'

'You (Rahul Gandhi) are repeatedly discussing matters you are not well-informed about. There is no clarity regarding the book or the magazine. Your statements are an attempt to undermine our Army. If you wish to discuss border issues, explain how much land the Congress party conceded to China in 1962?' Rijiju questioned.

Speaker Om Birla ruled that quoting news articles or magazines is not permissible under Parliamentary rules, stating that only 'authentic sources' are allowed in the House.

Gandhi's insistence on his statements led to a significant uproar, spilling over into a heated exchange outside Parliament.

During the ongoing Budget Session, while debating the President's address, Gandhi highlighted details from the 2020 Ladakh standoff with China and urged the Central government to clarify why it was 'so afraid' of such discussions.

This prompted disruptions and protests from Congress MPs.

The sloganeering persisted on Tuesday, resulting in Speaker Birla adjourning the House until midnight.