Rajya Sabha Stalled: Over 30 Hours Lost Amidst Opposition’s Bihar Electoral Roll Protest

The Rajya Sabha has experienced significant disruptions, losing over 30 hours of parliamentary proceedings due to repeated adjournments. The Opposition’s relentless demand for a discussion on the controversial revision of Bihar’s electoral roll lies at the heart of the matter.

Deputy Chairman Harivansh highlighted the fact that the issue is currently under judicial review, urging members to respect the ongoing court proceedings. He pointed to a 1997 resolution aimed at preserving parliamentary decorum, ultimately rejecting several notices for a discussion under Rule 267. These notices, submitted by the Opposition, sought a detailed debate on the electoral roll revisions.

Despite continuous protests from the Opposition benches, the House was adjourned until noon. The prolonged disruptions underscore the escalating tensions within the Rajya Sabha and raise questions about the efficiency of parliamentary processes in the face of significant political disagreements.