The BJP criticized the Opposition for disrupting President Droupadi Murmu’s speech at the beginning of the Budget Session, calling it a shameful act. Opposition lawmakers protested against the new law ‘VB–G RAM G,’ which is set to replace the MGNREGA. During the joint sitting of Parliament, while NDA members supported the address, the Opposition’s protest caused interruptions, drawing strong reactions from BJP leaders.
BJP Rajya Sabha MP Dinesh Sharma expressed that the Opposition’s behavior indicated discomfort with references to nationalism. He highlighted instances where slogans were raised against references to Lord Ram and ‘Vande Mataram,’ questioning the Opposition’s stance on nationalism and patriotism. BJP MP Sanjay Jaiswal emphasized that there are proper avenues for discussion and debate, criticizing the Opposition for choosing disruption over dialogue.
BJP spokesperson Pratul Sahdeo condemned the sloganeering during the President’s address as embarrassing and disrespectful. He noted the significance of the tribal woman holding the highest constitutional post and criticized the Opposition’s reaction to mentions of Lord Ram. BJP leaders stressed the importance of maintaining decorum during such addresses and highlighted the positive aspects of the new law for workers’ welfare.
The Opposition defended its protest, with SP MPs expressing concerns about the impact of the new law on people’s security. They accused the government of presenting misleading information and criticized the BJP for using religious symbolism to divert attention from workers’ issues. The uproar during President Murmu’s speech centered around the VB–G RAM G law, with NDA MPs showing approval while the Opposition demanded its withdrawal.
