The Lok Sabha was adjourned until 5 p.m. on Monday due to continuous disruptions by Opposition members, who were protesting against the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026. This marked the third interruption of the day, with the House facing protests following the introduction of the anti-paper leak legislation by the government. Speaker Om Birla urged the Opposition MPs to engage in a detailed discussion on the Bill instead of resorting to slogans and placards.
Amid loud protests from the Opposition, the anti-paper leak Bill was introduced in the Lok Sabha, preventing a substantive discussion on the proposed legislation. Speaker Birla emphasized the need for maintaining decorum in the House and encouraged members to participate in the debate. He assured adequate time for a comprehensive discussion and offered to extend the debate by six hours if necessary.
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju expressed concern over the Opposition’s reluctance to engage in a discussion despite submitting numerous amendment notices earlier in the day. He highlighted the importance of addressing examination-related issues promptly, as students across the country were closely following the proceedings. Rijiju urged the Congress party to cooperate and initiate the discussion on the Bill, emphasizing the significance of sending a positive message regarding Parliament’s commitment to resolving such matters.
