Lok Sabha proceedings adjourned till 2 PM, Om Birla defended his conduct and said the House must follow parliamentary rules while maintaining dignity and discipline
New Delhi: The ongoing Budget Session of Parliament witnessed major disruptions on Thursday as opposition parties protested over the LPG crisis and the economic impact of tensions in West Asia. The protests forced the Lok Sabha to adjourn twice during the day.
The House was first adjourned till 12 noon soon after it began as opposition MPs raised slogans demanding a discussion on rising cooking gas prices and global developments affecting fuel supply. When the Lok Sabha resumed, the protests continued and the House was adjourned again till 2 p.m.
Budget Work on Agenda
Despite the disruption, the Lok Sabha is scheduled to take up key financial business linked to the Union Budget. Members are expected to discuss and vote on the demands for grants under the Ministry of Railways on Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Along with this, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Coal, Mines and Steel will present its nineteenth report on demands for grants related to the Ministry of Mines.
These discussions are part of Parliament’s process to review government spending and approve funds for different ministries.
Opposition Raises LPG Issue
Opposition parties protested over what they described as a growing LPG crisis affecting households across the country. Several MPs demanded an immediate debate on rising cooking gas prices and supply concerns.
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Members from opposition parties gathered near the well of the House and raised slogans urging the government to address the issue in Parliament.
Opposition leaders said the matter directly affects common citizens and should be discussed urgently.
Concerns Over West Asia Conflict
Opposition leaders also highlighted the potential economic impact of the ongoing conflict in West Asia. They argued that tensions in the region could push global crude oil prices higher and affect India’s economy.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge demanded that Prime Minister Narendra Modi respond in Parliament and explain how the government plans to manage the economic consequences of the crisis.
According to opposition leaders, India’s dependence on imported crude oil means that instability in West Asia could increase fuel prices and inflation.
Speaker Removal Motion Defeated
The tense atmosphere in Parliament follows dramatic developments a day earlier. On Wednesday, March 11, opposition parties moved a resolution seeking the removal of Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.
The motion led to a heated debate between the ruling alliance and opposition members in the Lok Sabha. However, the resolution was defeated by a voice vote.
During the debate, opposition MPs also raised slogans against remarks made by Union Home Minister Amit Shah about Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi.
Heated Debate in Lok Sabha
Members from the treasury benches and opposition confronted each other during the discussion on the motion.
Leaders from the ruling side argued that the motion had been brought only to satisfy “the ego of one person” and criticised the opposition for creating unnecessary confrontation in the House.
Opposition MPs rejected the allegation and said the move was not personal against the Speaker but was intended to ensure fairness in parliamentary functioning.
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Congress MP K. C. Venugopal claimed that the Speaker had repeatedly stopped Rahul Gandhi from speaking in the House whenever he stood up to participate in debates.
According to Venugopal, parliamentary convention allows the Leader of Opposition to speak whenever he seeks the floor.
Speaker Defends His Role
After the motion was defeated, Om Birla addressed the House and rejected the allegations against him. He said he had always conducted the proceedings in accordance with parliamentary rules.
Birla also emphasised that the Lok Sabha represents the entire country and stressed the importance of maintaining the dignity and discipline of the House.
Political Tensions Continue
The events during the Budget Session highlight growing tensions between the government and opposition parties in Parliament.
With opposition leaders demanding discussions on rising fuel prices, the LPG crisis and global geopolitical tensions, further heated debates are expected as the Budget Session continues.
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