Opposition members are set to target the government over the poor food and water conditions reported at VIT University in Sehore and demand compensation for extensive crop and property losses caused by excessive rainfall across several districts.
Ahead of the session, the Assembly Secretariat received 1,497 questions 751 starred and 746 unstarred. It also registered 194 calling-attention notices, six adjournment motions, 14 private member resolutions, 52 zero-hour notices, two Rule 139 submissions, and 15 petitions. Two government bills have been listed for introduction.
The first bill proposes a major shift in the election system of municipal and Nagar Parishad presidents. Under the amendment, these officials will no longer be chosen by councilors but will be directly elected by citizens. The proposal also introduces a ‘Right to Recall’ mechanism that would allow voters to remove an underperforming president through a democratic vote.
The second bill , the Shops and Establishments (Second Amendment) Bill 2025 aims to overhaul trade compliance procedures. Cleared by the Cabinet last week, the bill mandates a fully digital registration and licensing process, simplifies permissions, and introduces a weekly mandatory holiday for employees. Establishments with fewer than 20 workers will require the Labor Commissioner’s approval before inspections, a move intended to protect small traders from undue pressure.
The amendment caps registration fees at ₹2,500 and requires businesses to update major changes on the portal within seven days. Closure notices must be filed within ten days, after which registrations will be automatically cancelled.
According to the Labour Department, the reforms are designed to reduce bureaucratic hurdles, promote worker welfare, and strengthen the state’s Ease of Doing Business framework.
