18th Lok Sabha Session Begins: Opposition Protests, PM Modi Takes Oath

Date:

Lok Sabha Session Updates: Opposition Protests and Oath-Taking Ceremony

On Monday, leaders from the Opposition bloc INDIA, including Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi, and Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav, staged a protest outside Parliament. They held copies of the Constitution, expressing their discontent with the BJP-led NDA government.

Inside Parliament, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took the oath as a member of the 18th Lok Sabha and will serve as the Leader of the House. Pro-tem Speaker Bhartruhari Mahtab is administering the oath to the newly elected MPs. Earlier in the day, President Droupadi Murmu swore in BJP MP Bhartruhari Mahtab as the pro-tem Speaker.

Congress and INDIA bloc MPs boycotted the oath-taking ceremony, protesting the appointment of Mahtab as pro-tem Speaker instead of Congress MP K Suresh. The first session of the 18th Lok Sabha will run until July 3. Following the swearing-in of MPs, the election for the Lok Sabha Speaker is scheduled for June 26, and President Murmu will address a joint session of both houses on June 27.

Key Highlights

  • President Murmu swore in Bhartruhari Mahtab as pro-tem Speaker, who then invited PM Modi to take his oath.
  • President Murmu appointed five MPs to assist the pro-tem Speaker, but three Opposition MPs boycotted the assistance.
  • The session is expected to be contentious, with the Opposition set to challenge the government on various issues, including the Speaker’s election, exam paper leaks, and pro-tem Speaker appointment disputes.
  • The Opposition also plans to address rising prices, food inflation, heatwave deaths, and exam irregularities.

The new Lok Sabha Speaker will be elected on June 26 by a simple majority vote. Until then, the pro-tem Speaker will handle essential functions.

18th Lok Sabha Overview

  • The 18th Lok Sabha begins following the general elections, with the NDA securing 293 seats, the INDIA bloc winning 234 seats, and Congress holding 99 seats.
  • The final session of the 17th Lok Sabha was held from January 31 to February 10, 2024.
Pradum Shukla
Pradum Shuklahttps://xpertkashi.in
Pradum Shukla is a seasoned journalist and editor at Xpert Kashi. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for uncovering the truth, Pradum has established himself as a trusted voice in the media industry. His dedication to delivering accurate and insightful news has earned him a reputation for excellence in journalism. At Xpert Kashi, Pradum leads a team of talented writers and reporters, guiding them in producing compelling stories that inform and engage the community.

LEAVE A REPLY

Please enter your comment!
Please enter your name here

Share post:

Popular

More like this
Related

IPL 2025: Why is Mumbai Indians Captain Hardik Pandya Banned? Will Miss First Match

Mumbai Indians (MI) will face a tough start in...

Congress Meeting on Bihar Elections Postponed – Here’s Why

The Congress meeting scheduled for March 12 in Delhi...

CM Yogi Adityanath Hints at His Future in Politics

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is often seen...

Is This Internet Plan Better Than Jio? Know The Full Details

If your mobile internet is not enough for your...