Congress MP Files Privilege Notice Against PM Modi Over Recent Remarks

Congress MP Takes Action Against Prime Minister

On Tuesday, Congress Member of Parliament K.C. Venugopal submitted a privilege notice to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, accusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi of violating parliamentary privileges. Venugopal claimed that during a national address last week, the Prime Minister made allegations against members of the lower house.

In his letter to Birla, Venugopal stated, "I am issuing a privilege question notice against the Prime Minister of India under Rule 222 of the Lok Sabha's procedure and conduct of business, as he made derogatory remarks about Lok Sabha members during his speech broadcasted on April 18, 2026."

Details of the Prime Minister's Address

On April 18, the Prime Minister addressed the nation on television, following the defeat of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill 2026 in the Lok Sabha on April 17. He noted that the bill failed to secure the necessary two-thirds majority as required under Article 368 of the Constitution. In his 29-minute speech, he criticized opposition parties for obstructing the bill and directly attacked their voting patterns.

Call for Action from the Speaker

Venugopal emphasized the seriousness of the situation, stating that questioning an elected representative performing their duties is not only a personal attack but also a direct affront to the rights of Parliament and the democratic rights of the people of India. He urged the Speaker to take immediate and decisive action to uphold the dignity of Parliament and the constitutional protections afforded to its members, ensuring that such violations are neither overlooked nor repeated.

Congress Communication Director Responds

In response to Venugopal's letter, Congress General Secretary and communication in-charge Jairam Ramesh remarked that his senior colleague has issued a privilege notice against the Prime Minister's so-called national address. This notice follows the unexpected defeat of the Prime Minister's alleged nefarious intentions, highlighting the complete unity and solidarity of the opposition.