Parliament Proceedings Disrupted Amid Opposition Protests
Overview of Parliamentary Proceedings
On Wednesday, the Lok Sabha's session was adjourned for the day. The opposition continued its protests in Parliament, prompting Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju to urge opposition members to allow the house to function smoothly. He accused Congress, CPI, and the Samajwadi Party of politicizing the Ram Mandir donation scandal. The Bankers Books Evidence Bill, 2026 was passed in the Lok Sabha without any discussion through a voice vote. Additionally, Parliament approved a bill to increase the sanctioned number of judges in the Supreme Court from 34 to 38.
Key Developments in the Rajya Sabha
In the Rajya Sabha, Dr. M. Thambidurai, a leader from the AIADMK, called for renaming the Madras High Court to Tamil Nadu, citing a unanimous resolution passed by the Tamil Nadu Assembly in 2016 requesting the change.
BJP's Satpal Sharma referenced the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, claiming it has allowed the region's residents to benefit from every central scheme and contribute to national development. He emphasized that this day has been long awaited not just by Jammu and Kashmir but by the entire nation.
Opposition Disrupts Lok Sabha Proceedings
Due to disruptions caused by opposition members, including Congress and the Samajwadi Party, the Lok Sabha was unable to conduct much business on Wednesday. The opposition raised issues regarding alleged donation theft at the Ram Mandir and demanded a statement from Home Minister Amit Shah regarding police action against protesting students in Delhi. Similar disruptions were observed in the Rajya Sabha.
Meeting Between Key Political Figures
Amid the ongoing deadlock in both houses of Parliament, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju met with Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday. Sources indicated that they discussed various issues related to resolving the impasse in parliamentary proceedings. Government sources also mentioned that Home Minister Amit Shah is expected to speak in Parliament during the discussion and passage of the 'Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026,' as the opposition criticizes his absence.
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