Parliamentary Monsoon Session Sees Repeated Interruptions, Bills Delayed

The monsoon session of Parliament has been marked by a series of interruptions that have pushed back the legislative timetable.

On Tuesday, both houses experienced disruptions caused by opposition members protesting police conduct against student demonstrators. Their chants repeatedly stopped the proceedings, leading to a suspension of business until 2 p.m.

Even after the session resumed, the row continued, prompting the chair to adjourn the Rajya Sabha until the next morning. Meanwhile, the Lok Sabha managed to commence discussions on the Lok Pariksha (Preventing Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026.

These events illustrate how political turbulence is affecting the passage of crucial reforms, including the MSME Development Amendment Bill, 2026.