Rajya Sabha Adjourned Amidst Opposition Protests: What Happened?

The Rajya Sabha's session was abruptly adjourned on Friday due to ongoing protests from Opposition members, who demanded the resignation of Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Despite attempts by Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge to raise a notice under Rule 267, the Chairman refused to entertain it. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan criticized the Opposition's tactics, warning that such actions could lead to chaos. While some members were allowed to discuss local issues, the session ended in turmoil, highlighting the ongoing deadlock between the Treasury benches and the Opposition. The House is set to reconvene on August 3.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 31, 2026, 12:33 IST

Rajya Sabha Session Cut Short

In New Delhi, the Rajya Sabha's session was abruptly concluded on Friday due to persistent chanting by Opposition members, leading to an adjournment until August 3.

Mallikarjun Kharge, the Congress President and Leader of the Opposition in the Upper House, attempted to raise a notice under Rule 267. However, Rajya Sabha Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan firmly rejected this request.

As Kharge began to discuss his notice, the Chairman interrupted him, citing that rulings on such notices had been established previously and would not be reconsidered.

Throughout the session, Opposition members vocally demanded the resignation of Union Home Minister Amit Shah and brought up allegations regarding the Ayodhya donation scandal.

These disruptions severely hindered the House's ability to function smoothly.

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan condemned the Opposition's behavior, accusing them of engaging in 'street politics' within the parliamentary setting and disrespecting democratic institutions.

Chouhan warned that the Opposition's tactics could lead to chaos, stating, 'India is watching them and the country will not forget this act.'

Despite the uproar, a few members were allowed to address local issues.

BJP representatives Mahendra Bhatt from Uttarakhand and Ryaga Krishnaiah from Andhra Pradesh were permitted to speak about their constituencies with the Chairman's consent.

Additionally, Manan Kumar Mishra of the BJP from Bihar attempted to discuss the need for legal protections for advocates against false FIRs, but his voice was largely overshadowed by the ongoing protests.

With the House in disarray and no substantial discussions feasible, Chairman Radhakrishnan decided to adjourn the Rajya Sabha for the day.

The next session is scheduled for Monday, August 3, at 11 a.m.

This incident further underscores the ongoing stalemate between the Treasury benches and the Opposition, with the latter persistently seeking to address sensitive political matters through protests, while the Chair remains steadfast in not permitting the suspension of business under Rule 267.