The House convened in the morning but was suspended within five minutes as opposition members shouted slogans demanding the resignation of Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri. When the session resumed at noon, protests continued, though a few legislative papers related to education and law ministries were introduced before the chair adjourned proceedings for the remainder of the phase. The Rajya Sabha was also adjourned until the same date.

The disruption came amid escalating political tensions after Bharatiya Janata Party MP Nishikant Dubey accused Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition, of attempting to divide the country to gain power. Dubey also moved a substantive motion seeking action against Gandhi and called for his disqualification from Parliament and a lifetime ban from contesting elections. His remarks intensified an already charged atmosphere inside and outside the House.

Earlier, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said the government had considered bringing its own motion alleging rule violations by Gandhi during his Budget speech, including references to unpublished material and remarks about the government. However, he stated that since a private member had already initiated proceedings, the government would await the Speaker’s decision on whether the matter should be referred to a committee or debated directly.

Outside Parliament, protests continued as opposition lawmakers demanded Puri’s resignation, while some leaders accused the government of deflecting attention from economic and agricultural concerns. Congress members insisted their protests were focused on farmers’ issues and trade policies, while ruling party leaders countered that such claims were misleading.

The current Budget Session is being conducted in two phases, with the first running from January 28 to February 13 and the second scheduled from March 9 to April 2. Repeated adjournments during the opening phase have limited legislative business, drawing criticism from members across party lines who say disruptions are undermining parliamentary productivity.

Political observers note that confrontational rhetoric and procedural motions are likely to continue shaping proceedings when the session resumes, particularly as parties prepare for upcoming electoral contests. With sharp exchanges already dominating the agenda, the remaining sittings are expected to test both floor management and cross-party cooperation.