Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla revealed that he urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi not to attend the House due to fears of disorder, mentioning a potential incident near the PM’s chair. Birla expressed deep concern over the unprecedented behavior of some MPs in the Lok Sabha chamber, emphasizing the need for maintaining decorum in Parliament. He criticized certain Opposition leaders for their actions in the Speaker’s office, deeming it inappropriate for parliamentary proceedings.
Referring to the Motion of Thanks on the President’s Address, Birla highlighted concerns about potential disruptions by a few Congress MPs during the Leader of the House’s response. He stressed the importance of upholding democratic traditions and avoiding situations that could harm the country’s parliamentary decorum. The Motion of Thanks on the President’s Address was eventually passed by the Lok Sabha without Prime Minister Modi’s customary speech, amidst ongoing protests by the Opposition during the Budget Session.
In a rare occurrence, the Lok Sabha witnessed disruptions leading to the absence of the Prime Minister during the adoption of the Motion of Thanks to the President’s Address. Opposition members’ protests resulted in the Speaker adjourning the proceedings, with some MPs displaying posters featuring the Prime Minister and slogans like “Narendra-Surrender.” The Speaker’s efforts to ensure the smooth functioning of Parliament reflect the ongoing challenges faced in maintaining order during sessions.
