The Return of Rahul Gandhi In Parliament Fuels Debates & Protests in Eventful Monsoon Session with crucial issues & bills for discussion.
During the ongoing monsoon session, both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha faced frequent disruptions due to issues concerning ethnic violence in Manipur and crimes against women in Congress-ruled Rajasthan. Rahul Gandhi, the Congress leader, was reinstated as Wayanad MP following relief from the Supreme Court in the Modi surname defamation case. The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Amendment Bill, 2023, is expected to pass smoothly in Rajya Sabha, backed by support from Biju Janata Dal and YSRCP.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi updates his Twitter account bio from 'Dis'Qualified MP' to 'Member of Parliament' after Lok Sabha Secretariat restored his membership today.
Supreme Court on Friday (August 4) stayed his conviction in the ‘Modi’ surname remark case. pic.twitter.com/ehQjMywEms
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2023
#WATCH | I.N.D.I.A alliance leaders raise '#RahulGandhi Zindabad' slogans as they welcome him to the #Parliament.#LokSabha Secretariat today restored Rahul Gandhi's Lok Sabha #membership after #SupremeCourt stayed his conviction in the ‘#Modi’ surname remark case. pic.twitter.com/Rp212bNbRt
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Opposition alliance I.N.D.I.A. backed by AAP:
The Bill replaces the Ordinance related to bureaucrats‘ control in Delhi government, which was passed amid a walkout by the opposition alliance I.N.D.I.A. AAP and Congress have issued three-line whips to their members to be present in the House. I.N.D.I.A’s floor leaders strategized in Rajya Sabha Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge’s office.
#WATCH | #Congress leader #RahulGandhi arrived in Parliament with his mother, #SoniaGandhi , after being reinstated in Lok Sabha membership. After 136 days, he has returned to Parliament. Rahul Gandhi's membership was reinstated by the Lok Sabha Secretariat following the Supreme… pic.twitter.com/oGh3S0CaTU
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Rahul’s Reinstatement Sparks Controversy
The ongoing monsoon session of Parliament has been marked by significant developments and debates. One of the key issues that have caused disruptions in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha is the ethnic violence in Manipur and crimes against women in Congress-ruled Rajasthan. Rahul Gandhi, the Congress leader, has been reinstated as a Member of Parliament (MP) after the Supreme Court stayed his conviction in the Modi surname defamation case. However, BJP’s Sushil Modi emphasized that Gandhi is not ‘blame free’ yet, as his appeal is still pending in court.
Leaders from various parties reacted to Rahul Gandhi’s return to Parliament, with Farooq Abdullah expressing hope that he would work for the country’s betterment. However, Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat criticized the celebration of the stay on conviction as a victory. Both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were adjourned multiple times amid the chaotic atmosphere caused by the ongoing debates and protests.
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Delhi Bill in Rajya Sabha:
The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill, 2023, which seeks to replace the ordinance on control of bureaucrats in the Delhi government, is expected to be discussed in Rajya Sabha. The ruling party seems to have the support of Biju Janata Dal and YSRCP, which may help the bill’s smooth passage in the upper house.
Opposition Alliance’s Strategy:
The opposition alliance I.N.D.I.A, led by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), has opposed the bill and walked out during the previous vote. AAP has issued a three-line whip to its Rajya Sabha members to be present for the upcoming discussion. Meanwhile, Congress and I.N.D.I.A leaders have strategized at Mallikarjun Kharge’s office to decide their floor tactics.
Celebrating Return of Rahul Gandhi:
Rahul Gandhi’s return to Parliament was met with celebrations by I.N.D.I.A alliance leaders, who raised slogans in his support and distributed sweets. Rahul Gandhi himself paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi upon his arrival at the Parliament House.
Suspension Revoked, Protests Erupt:
In other parliamentary business, Congress MP Rajani Patil’s suspension from Rajya Sabha was revoked by the Chairman after a motion in the House. However, protests erupted inside Rajya Sabha as opposition MPs demanded discussions on the Manipur issue and crimes against women in Rajasthan. Rajya Sabha was adjourned till 2 pm due to the clashes between the opposition and the ruling party.
The week ahead promises intense debates on various topics, including the no-confidence motion in Lok Sabha and the Delhi services bill in Rajya Sabha. The opposition is likely to stand its ground on the Manipur issue, further complicating the proceedings.
The Delhi services bill has been a contentious topic, with AAP and Congress opposing it, considering it an attack on the federal structure of India. They accuse the BJP of trying to weaken state governments, while BJP claims it is a necessary reform.
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Key Issues & Bills:
Notices have been given in both Houses to discuss the Manipur situation, China border issues, and the misuse of probe agencies by the government. Additionally, various bills are set to be presented for consideration and passing, including The Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2023, The Anusandhan National Research Foundation Bill, 2023, The Pharmacy Amendment Bill, 2023′, and ‘The Mediation Bill, 2023’.
The number game in Rajya Sabha remains crucial for the Delhi services bill, with the ruling party needing the support of other parties to cross the majority mark. The opposition’s support for AAP is likely to impact the final outcome.
Eventful Monsoon Session:
The monsoon session continues to be eventful, with crucial issues and bills up for discussion. The reinstatement of Rahul Gandhi as an MP has added to the political dynamics, fueling debates and protests. The coming days will be crucial as leaders from various parties try to assert their positions and make their voices heard on the important matters concerning the nation.
#WATCH | I.N.D.I.A alliance leaders celebrate following restoration of Lok Sabha membership of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.
(Source: AICC) pic.twitter.com/vaVwBcreYM
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2023
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