What Led to the Revocation of Suspension for Eight Lok Sabha MPs?

In a significant development, the suspension of eight Opposition MPs from the Lok Sabha has been revoked following a proposal by Union Minister Kiren Rijiju. This decision came after the Congress leadership expressed regret over the conduct of some members during a heated session. The MPs, who were suspended for disrupting proceedings, can now participate in the ongoing Budget Session. Rijiju emphasized the importance of maintaining parliamentary decorum and urged the Opposition to commit to following established rules. This article delves into the details of the revocation and its implications for future parliamentary operations.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 17, 2026, 14:01 IST

Suspension Revoked for Opposition MPs

New Delhi: On Tuesday, the suspension of eight Opposition members from the Lok Sabha was lifted following a proposal by Kiren Rijiju, the Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs. This decision came after the Congress leadership expressed 'regret' regarding the behavior of certain MPs.

The suspended members included Amrinder Singh Raja Warring, Manickam Tagore, Gurjeet Singh Aujla, Hibi Eden, C. Kiran Kumar Reddy, Prashant Yadaorao Padole, S. Venkatesh, and Dean Kuriakose, all affiliated with the Indian National Congress.

These lawmakers had faced suspension on February 3 for the remainder of the Budget Session due to allegations of disrupting the House and throwing papers during a contentious debate.

The situation shifted when Congress Chief Whip K. Suresh expressed regret over what he termed an 'inadvertent indiscretion' by some members during the session.

In response, Minister Rijiju proposed in the House to revoke the MPs' suspension, which garnered support from Dharmendra Yadav of the Samajwadi Party and Supriya Sule of the Nationalist Congress Party.

While addressing the House, Rijiju underscored the necessity for clear boundaries to facilitate effective parliamentary operations.

'Rules are a convention of business,' he stated, emphasizing the importance of discipline and respect for parliamentary procedures for the legislature's proper functioning.

He also referenced prior discussions between the Treasury benches and the Opposition regarding adherence to parliamentary rules.

Rijiju highlighted the significance of maintaining decorum, suggesting that establishing a 'Lakshman Rekha' would ease the House's proceedings.

'We mentioned yesterday that if the Opposition assists us in adhering to the House and Speaker's rules, we (the treasury benches) will reciprocate. If the Opposition agrees... then we can respond in kind,' he remarked.

The Minister also urged the Opposition to clarify its commitment to upholding parliamentary norms to ensure smoother future proceedings.

Ultimately, the House voted to revoke the suspension of the eight MPs, allowing them to rejoin the ongoing Budget Session.

After their suspension was lifted, the MPs visited the Parliament grounds to pay their respects to Mahatma Gandhi.