Monsoon Session ends in near washout as disruptions stall Parliament
Lok Sabha productivity among the lowest in over two decades; only one Bill sees detailed debate as government and Opposition trade blame
The Monsoon Session of Parliament concluded on August 13, 2026, plagued by productivity issues. Only twelve Bills were passed, with detailed debate on just one — the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026. Only two oral questions were answered in the Lok Sabha and 16 in the Rajya Sabha throughout the session.
The Opposition, united against various legislations including the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill (FCRA), 2026, blamed each other for the session's low productivity. Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju accused the Congress of disrupting proceedings, while the Congress claimed the government was "scared and rattled".
The Lok Sabha saw a mere 19% business, compared to 39% in the Rajya Sabha. Nine Bills were passed in the Lok Sabha without any MP speaking, apart from the Minister. The session's low productivity has been one of the lowest in 22 years, with only two sessions since 2004 recording lower productivity. The Rajya Sabha Chairman expressed deep concern over disruptions affecting the trust and aspirations of the people. The opposition boycotted the customary tea party, with only one attendee from the Congress.
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