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Lok Sabha Passes Motion Without PM’s Reply As Opposition Walks Out During Modi’s Rajya Sabha Address

The standoff stems from the Speaker barring Rahul Gandhi from quoting an unpublished memoir by former Army chief M.M. Naravane.

Overview

  • The Lok Sabha approved the Motion of Thanks by voice vote after rejecting Opposition amendments, the first such passage without a prime ministerial reply since 2004.
  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered his reply in the Rajya Sabha as Opposition MPs shouted "Let the LoP speak" and walked out when Mallikarjun Kharge was not allowed to intervene.
  • Speaker Om Birla had disallowed Rahul Gandhi from quoting an unpublished excerpt of Gen. M.M. Naravane’s memoir under rules requiring members to authenticate documents they cite.
  • Protests over the decision led to repeated adjournments, well-storming and banner displays, the suspension of several Opposition MPs, and women members blocking treasury benches.
  • Leader of the House J.P. Nadda said the government will make a suo‑motu statement on the Indo‑US trade deal and is ready to discuss its details.