Winter Session: LS, RS adjourned amid Adani issue protests

On Wednesday, November 27, 2024, the Lok Sabha was adjourned until 12 p.m. shortly after it convened. The issue sparked heated exchanges, with members vocal protests and disrupting proceedings. The adjournment followed uproar by the Opposition, who demanded a discussion on the indictment of industrialist Gautam Adani. Simultaneously, the Rajya Sabha witnessed similar unrest. The Chair rejected all 18 adjournment motions submitted by the Opposition on various matters, leading to discontent among its members.

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Opposition leaders strongly opposed the decision to deny the suspension of the day’s scheduled business to address pressing concerns, including the Adani case. The uproar forced the Upper House to be adjourned until 11:30 a.m. The ongoing Winter Session has been marked by frequent disruptions and protests by Opposition members, who have demanded accountability and open debates on significant national issues. The controversy, which has dominated headlines, continues to be a major flashpoint between the government and the Opposition.

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Opposition Protests Stall Legislative Progress

Both Houses of Parliament are expected to reconvene later in the day, but the persistent deadlock raises concerns over the progress of legislative business during this session. The repeated adjournments underline the challenges in addressing contentious issues amid a politically charged atmosphere. The Congress said that it will launch protests, both inside and outside Parliament, under the leadership of Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi against the alleged indifference of the Union government to providing assistance to victims and survivors of the July 30 landslides in the mountainous district of Wayanad.

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The Opposition has maintained its stance, urging transparency and immediate discussions on the allegations, while the government has yet to respond comprehensively. With crucial debates and bills awaiting deliberation, the disruptions could impact the overall productivity of the Winter Session. Observers are keenly watching how both sides navigate the impasse in the coming days.

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