Union ministers and ruling party MPs criticized Congress members for their behavior towards Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, calling it inappropriate and against constitutional norms. In response, the opposition defended their actions, stating that they were raising procedural concerns with the Speaker. Union Minister Ramdas Athawale condemned the behavior, emphasizing that such conduct towards the Speaker was unacceptable and unprecedented.
Lok Janshakti Party-Ram Vilas MP Shambhavi Choudhary expressed concern over the conduct of Congress members, particularly their recent actions and words against Speaker Om Birla. Choudhary criticized the behavior of Congress MPs near the Prime Minister’s seat, labeling it as inappropriate and a departure from parliamentary decorum and traditions.
Union Minister of State B.L. Verma described the incident as extremely unfortunate, especially when involving the Speaker, deeming it deeply shameful. He called for Congress MPs to apologize to the nation for their actions, warning of public disapproval if they failed to do so. The tensions between the ruling alliance and the Opposition in Parliament have escalated, with both sides accusing each other of disregarding parliamentary norms and procedures.
