Parliament Monsoon Session 2026: No business on day 1 as Oppn protests coerced adjournment
The first day of Monsoon session recorded a stormy session as both the houses were adjourned several times as proceedings began following loud sloganeering and protests by Opposition members. The session for today was finally adjourned in the afternoon overshadowing the government’s legislative agenda on the opening day, signalling that the nearly month-long session is set to witness repeated confrontations between the Treasury and Opposition benches.
The lower house proceedings began with obituary to the former parliament members and the National Anthem. Soon after the Question hour, opposition MPs raised slogans and demanded discussion on several issues, like the alleged NEET paper leak and the alleged misuse of donations collected for the Ram Temple.
The Rajya Sabha also witnessed similar scenes. Opposition leaders sought discussions on the same issues and protested inside the House.
Leader of the Opposition in Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge said, “You have allowed me to present my views regarding this paper leak and the NEET examination scandal. This is a matter concerning students; I am speaking about the futures of lakhs of children. Thousands of students have gathered at Jantar Mantar for this cause. A lathi-charge has taken place there. The government is trying to use force, suppress voices, and drive them away.”
Repeated interruptions forced the Chair to adjourn the proceedings completely for the day. Both the houses were adjourned without completing much of scheduled business.
Despite repeated disruptions, the centre managed to one Bill- Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha that sought to increase the sanctioned strength of the SC from 34 judges to 38. However, no other bill could be tabled.
Prior to the session, all political parties were urged to let the session convene without disruptions so that important discussions could be held. Centre hopes to table at least 8 Bills for the current session. With both the government and opposition adamant on their discussion, it is unlikely that the Monsoon session would proceed without disruptions.
This year’ session likely to continue until August 13, is expected to be one of the most politically charged events this year.