Lok Sabha Uproar Intensifies During Budget Session 2026
The Lok Sabha uproar continued for the second consecutive day on Tuesday, disrupting proceedings of Parliament’s Budget Session 2026. Tensions flared as Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi attempted to speak in the House, citing an article from an unpublished book by a former Army Chief. Gandhi insisted that he should be allowed to present his views, calling national security a critical issue that deserved discussion.
However, repeated sloganeering by opposition members led to multiple adjournments, with the House functioning for barely a few minutes at a stretch. The Speaker appealed to members to maintain decorum, stressing that disruptions violate parliamentary rules.
Rahul Gandhi Speech Triggers Heated Exchanges
The latest Rahul Gandhi speech controversy traces back to Monday, when he referred to claims about Chinese military movements in Ladakh based on an unpublished memoir by former Army Chief General Manoj Naravane. As Gandhi tried to authenticate and table the article on Tuesday, loud protests erupted once again.
Senior ministers, including Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, objected to the reference, arguing that sensitive matters of national security should not be discussed in this manner. Rijiju later accused Gandhi of wasting valuable House time and depriving other MPs of the opportunity to speak.
Opposition Pushes for Debate on India–US Trade Deal
Alongside the speech row, the opposition intensified its attack on the government over the India–US trade deal. Congress leaders demanded a detailed discussion in both Houses, alleging that the agreement would harm Indian farmers by allowing duty-free imports of US agricultural products.
Congress MP Randeep Surjewala accused the Centre of “betraying farmers in the dark,” warning that zero-duty imports of wheat, maize, cotton, dairy products, apples, and almonds could severely impact domestic agriculture. In the Rajya Sabha, opposition members staged a walkout, while protests were also held outside Parliament.
Government Defends Trade Agreement, NDA Shows Unity
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the NDA parliamentary party meeting amid the controversy. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju described the India–US trade agreement as “historic,” while NDA leaders credited the Prime Minister’s leadership for securing favourable deals with both the US and Europe.
Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora said the agreements would benefit small and medium enterprises, while BJP MP Kangana Ranaut welcomed recent tariff announcements, calling them positive for India’s trade interests.
Why This Matters Now
The repeated Lok Sabha uproar highlights growing friction between the government and opposition during a crucial Budget Session. With key bills pending and major international trade agreements under scrutiny, continued disruptions risk delaying legislative work and limiting meaningful debate.
Political experts say the standoff reflects deeper concerns over transparency, national security discussions, and economic policy. As the session progresses, whether Parliament can function smoothly remains a key question for India’s democratic process.
As protests persist and tempers run high, all eyes are on how the Speaker and political leadership manage the deadlock. With farmers’ interests, foreign policy, and parliamentary norms at stake, the coming days of the Budget Session 2026 will be critical for both governance and opposition accountability.
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