New Delhi – The ongoing Parliament Monsoon Session has witnessed unprecedented chaos as opposition parties continue their relentless protest over the Bihar Special Intensive Revision (SIR) issue, bringing legislative business to a complete standstill. The third day of the session has maintained the same turbulent atmosphere that has characterized the proceedings since the session began.
Opposition Protests Paralyze Parliamentary Proceedings
The Parliament Monsoon Session has been marked by continuous disruptions as opposition members, led by the Congress-backed INDIA bloc, have maintained their aggressive stance on the Bihar SIR electoral rolls issue. Both houses of Parliament have experienced repeated adjournments, with sloganeering and placard-waving becoming the defining features of this session.
Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, along with other INDIA bloc MPs, has been at the forefront of protests during the Parliament Monsoon Session, staging demonstrations at the Parliament premises. The opposition’s unified approach has effectively prevented any meaningful legislative business from taking place over the past three days.
The Special Intensive Revision of Bihar’s electoral rolls has become a contentious issue, with the opposition alleging irregularities in the process launched by the Election Commission in preparation for the upcoming state assembly elections scheduled for later this year.
Government Concedes to Operation Sindoor Discussion
In a significant development during the Parliament Monsoon Session, the Centre has agreed to the opposition’s demand for an immediate discussion on Operation Sindoor. This concession represents a major breakthrough in the ongoing parliamentary deadlock that has characterized the session.
Multiple sources confirm that the discussion on Operation Sindoor is scheduled to take place on Monday, July 28, with the government allocating an unprecedented 16 hours for special discussions across both houses during the Parliament Monsoon Session. This substantial time allocation demonstrates the government’s recognition of the issue’s importance and its willingness to address opposition concerns.
The agreement to discuss Operation Sindoor marks a rare moment of consensus in what has otherwise been a highly contentious Parliament Monsoon Session. The operation’s details and implications are expected to be thoroughly examined during the allocated discussion time.
Stormy Proceedings Define Session Atmosphere
The Parliament Monsoon Session has been characterized by what can only be described as stormy proceedings from its very inception. The first two days witnessed complete washouts due to opposition protests, setting the tone for subsequent days.
Day two of the Parliament Monsoon Session saw no legislative business conducted as opposition members continued their stir over the Bihar SIR issue. The situation has shown no signs of improvement, with Wednesday following the same pattern of disruption and adjournment.
Opposition MPs have consistently stormed into the Well of the House during Question Hour in the Lok Sabha, waving placards and raising slogans that have made normal parliamentary functioning impossible during the Parliament Monsoon Session. These tactics have forced repeated adjournments of both houses.
Bihar SIR Issue at the Center of Controversy
The Bihar Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls has emerged as the primary flashpoint during the Parliament Monsoon Session. The opposition has raised serious concerns about this process, which they claim could affect the integrity of the upcoming state assembly elections.
The Election Commission’s decision to launch the SIR process has been met with fierce resistance from opposition parties, who view it as a potential manipulation of the electoral process. This controversy has effectively hijacked the Parliament Monsoon Session agenda, preventing discussion of other important legislative matters.
Opposition members have demanded transparency and accountability in the SIR process, arguing that such significant changes to electoral rolls should not be undertaken without proper parliamentary scrutiny during the Parliament Monsoon Session.
Parliamentary Business Comes to Standstill
The third consecutive day of disruptions has highlighted the severity of the political deadlock during the Parliament Monsoon Session. Both houses have experienced similar patterns of adjournment following opposition protests and sloganeering.
The protests have extended beyond the parliament halls, with opposition members staging demonstrations at the Makkar Dwar in the Parliament complex. This coordinated approach has ensured maximum visibility for their concerns during the Parliament Monsoon Session.
The repeated adjournments have resulted in significant loss of legislative time, with both houses being dismissed for the day just after lunch on multiple occasions. This pattern has become the unfortunate hallmark of the current session.
Additional Political Developments
The resignation of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has added another layer of complexity to the ongoing Parliament Monsoon Session. This unexpected development has created additional political tensions and speculation about the government’s internal dynamics.
The timing of Dhankhar’s resignation, coinciding with the turbulent parliamentary proceedings, has provided the opposition with additional ammunition to question the government’s stability and coherence during the Parliament Monsoon Session.
Opposition Strategy and Government Response
The opposition’s sustained protest strategy during the Parliament Monsoon Session reflects their determination to force the government into addressing their concerns about electoral integrity in Bihar. Their unified approach across party lines has demonstrated the strength of the INDIA bloc coalition.
The government’s agreement to discuss Operation Sindoor represents a tactical concession aimed at breaking the deadlock that has paralyzed the Parliament Monsoon Session. However, whether this will lead to a broader resolution of issues remains to be seen.
The Centre and opposition have continued to hit out at each other over the Bihar SIR issue, with both sides maintaining firm positions on their respective stances. This ongoing confrontation has defined the character of the current session.
Looking Ahead
As the Parliament Monsoon Session continues, the scheduled discussion on Operation Sindoor on July 28 represents a crucial test of whether normal parliamentary functioning can be restored. The success or failure of this discussion may determine the trajectory of the remaining session days and the government’s ability to advance its legislative agenda in the current political climate.
