In a stunning breach of protocol, opposition lawmakers stormed the ruling alliance’s area in the Lok Sabha, sparking outrage from SP leader Ram Gopal Yadav. The Rajya Sabha MP condemned the move on Thursday, calling it a grave error that erodes parliamentary norms.
Thursday’s session descended into pandemonium as opposition protests halted business repeatedly. Lawmakers leapt from their chairs, marching to the treasury benches in a show of defiance. The commotion postponed PM Narendra Modi’s speech, amplifying frustrations on both sides.
‘Parliament is meant for speeches, arguments, and accountability. Blocking the PM’s address is anti-democratic,’ Yadav remarked, urging restraint. His comments reflect broader concerns over escalating disruptions in legislative proceedings.
Congress MP Pramod Tiwari countered by invoking tradition. ‘Such incursions into the well have marked our democracy’s history. It’s nothing new,’ he said, justifying the opposition’s actions amid demands for government accountability.
Tiwari leveled serious allegations against Modi, claiming unprecedented reluctance to engage. ‘Elected as PM, he owes answers on key issues like trade pacts and presidential speeches. Dodging Parliament tarnishes our democratic record and insults the President’s dignity,’ he alleged.
This clash highlights simmering tensions, with opposition pushing for debates on national priorities while the government accuses them of obstructionism. As the monsoon session progresses, maintaining order remains a critical challenge for Speaker Om Birla and party leaders alike.