Archive · 25 Jul 2025
Opposition Disrupts Rajya Sabha Over Voter Rolls, House Adjourns
The Rajya Sabha, or Upper House of Parliament, had a rough day.
Opposition members were very unhappy about a process called Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists in Bihar.
They protested loudly, even though the government wanted to talk about helping farmers.
Because of the noise, the person in charge had to stop the meeting for the day.
Before that, some members wanted to discuss other things, like the India-UK Free Trade Agreement, but the requests were turned down.
Everyone was reminded to follow the rules and be respectful during debates.
Rajya Sabha proceedings were disrupted due to opposition protests.
Opposition MPs protested against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar.
The Chair adjourned the House for the day due to the uproar.
The Agriculture Minister was unable to answer a question on Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan.
The Deputy Chairman rejected 28 notices demanding discussions on various issues.
- Who
- Opposition MPs, BJP MPs, and the Chair (Deputy Chairman and Ghanshyam Tiwari)
- What
- Rajya Sabha proceedings were disrupted due to opposition protests and adjourned for the day.
- When
- July 25th, and earlier during the week
- Where
- Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Parliament)
- Why
- Opposition protested over the SIR exercise and other issues, leading to the adjournment of the House.
Opposition's Concerns
Government's Stance
SIR Exercise
Opposition's Concerns
Opposition demands discussion on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar.
Government's Stance
The government's view isn't explicitly stated but it is implied that they want to continue with the SIR.
- Event
- Rajya Sabha Proceedings Disrupted
- Date
- July 25
- Key Issue
- Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar
- Political Parties Involved
- Opposition MPs, BJP
- Affected
- Rajya Sabha proceedings