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Parliament Monsoon Session adjourned amid opposition protests

The Monsoon Session of the Indian Parliament faced disruptions on July 20, 2026, as opposition members staged protests in both houses. The Lok Sabha was adjourned until 2 pm, while the Rajya Sabha was adjourned until 12 pm. Opposition lawmakers raised concerns regarding student protests and the Ram Mandir, leading to a suspension of parliamentary proceedings.

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What Happened

Opposition members held protests within the Parliament complex during the Monsoon Session. They raised slogans regarding police action against students and issues related to the Ram Mandir. These disruptions led to the adjournment of the Rajya Sabha until 12 pm and the Lok Sabha until 2 pm.

Speaker Om Birla noted that the Question Hour has not been able to function since the session began on July 20. He emphasized that this segment is a crucial part of parliamentary proceedings. The ongoing protests have prevented the regular conduct of business in both houses of Parliament.

Key Facts

  1. The Monsoon Session of Parliament began on July 20, 2026.
  2. Opposition members protested against police action involving students.
  3. The Ram Mandir was cited as an issue by opposition members in the Lok Sabha.
  4. The Rajya Sabha was adjourned until 12 pm.
  5. The Lok Sabha was adjourned until 2 pm.
  6. Speaker Om Birla stated that Question Hour has not functioned since the session started.

The Timeline2

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  1. 6 Aug

    1. HTHindustan Times
      Parliament Monsoon Session LIVE: Lok Sabha adjourned till 2 pm as Opposition presses Ram Mandir, student protest issues
    2. UjAmar Ujala
      Parliament Monsoon Session: हंगामे के बीच दोनों सदनों में काम ठप; राज्यसभा 12 बजे तो लोकसभा 2 बजे तक स्थगित

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