Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla criticises Opposition for stalling House proceedings
Birla urged members to follow parliamentary decorum and said that democracy could be strengthened through discussion and dialogue.
On Friday, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla implored Opposition members to permit the House to continue its proceedings amidst ongoing protests over the NEET paper leak and allegations of Ram temple donation theft. Birla emphasized the importance of adhering to parliamentary etiquette and asserted that democracy could be bolstered through open discussion and dialogue.
Despite continued disruptions, the Lok Sabha was adjourned until 12 PM. During his address to the lower house, Birla noted that the world acknowledges Mahatma Gandhi's contributions, inspiring others to draw motivation from him. He urged members to engage in discussions, dialogues, and voice their opinions within the House. Birla also referenced BR Ambedkar's proposal that democracy could be strengthened through discussions and dialogues.
He criticized the Opposition's conduct, urging them to reflect and encourage the House to proceed with Question Hour. The Lok Sabha is set to consider the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026, and the Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, with Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi to introduce the former bill, amending the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2006.
The House will also deliberate on the Kashmiri Pandits (Recourse, Restitution, Rehabilitation and Resettlement) Bill, 2025.
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