Archive · 23 Dec 2025
Parliament Session Ends with Key Bills
The winter session of Parliament ended with the passage of important bills like the G Ram G Bill and the SHANTI Bill.
There were also heated debates on topics like Vande Mataram and electoral reforms.
The session was marked by intense arguments between the government and the Opposition.
In Bihar, there was a controversy when the Chief Minister pulled down a Muslim woman's veil, which was widely condemned.
In Maharashtra, the BJP-led coalition won local body elections, increasing their political influence.
The government also introduced a new law to replace MGNREGA, which has been criticized by the Opposition for weakening the original scheme and increasing the financial burden on states.
Punjab is considering opposing this new law.
The session highlighted the ongoing political tensions and debates in the country.
The winter session of Parliament ended with the passage of key bills and controversial debates.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar faced backlash for pulling down a Muslim woman's veil, with demands for an apology.
The BJP-led Mahayuti won local body elections in Maharashtra, strengthening their political position.
The government introduced the VB-G RAM G Bill to replace MGNREGA, facing criticism from the Opposition.
Punjab is considering opposing the new scheme and may not organize gram sabhas as directed by the Centre.
- Who
- Indian Parliament, Government, Opposition, Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, Maharashtra political parties
- What
- Passage of key bills, controversial debates, Maharashtra elections, MGNREGA replacement, Bihar hijab row
- When
- December 2025
- Where
- India
- Why
- To implement new policies, address controversies, and drive political agendas
Opposition
Government
MGNREGA Replacement
Opposition
The Opposition argues that the new VB-G RAM G Bill weakens the MGNREGA scheme, which has been a lifeline for rural India, especially during the Covid pandemic. They criticize the renaming of the scheme and the increased financial burden on states.
Government
The government claims that the new law strengthens MGNREGA and makes it more effective. They argue that the new law provides 125 days of work and aims to create a more formal and protected workforce.
Hijab Row
Opposition
The Opposition and various quarters condemn Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's act of pulling down a Muslim woman's veil, calling it a violation of dignity and autonomy. They demand an unconditional apology from Nitish and for the BJP to rein in leaders like Giriraj Singh.
Government
BJP leaders defend Nitish's action, stating it was necessary for the Muslim Ayush doctor to show her face and identity while collecting her appointment letter. They argue that Nitish acted like a guardian and that the controversy is politically motivated.
- Session End Date
- December 2025
- Key Bills Passed
- G Ram G Bill, SHANTI Bill
- Controversial Debates
- Vande Mataram, Electoral Reforms
- Bihar CM's Action
- Pulling down a Muslim woman's veil
- Maharashtra Elections
- BJP-led Mahayuti's landslide victory
- VB-G RAM G Bill
- Replaces MGNREGA, proposes 125 days of work
- Punjab's Stance
- Opposing the new scheme, considering not organizing gram sabhas
- MGNREGA Wages
- Below market and minimum wages, delayed payments
Sources
Anuja Bapat | Labour Codes: The Makeover Opportunity For MSMEs
From the Urdu Press: ‘Nitish must apologise over hijab row, BJP must rein in Giriraj’; ‘BJP eyes power in BMC’
New avatar of MGNREGA scheme: As Centre orders mandatory gram sabha on Dec 26, Punjab yet to make a decision
VB–GRAMG must learn from MGNREGA mistakes. There are some hard-won lessons
Grounded in Labour: Enforcement of the Labour Codes will be the key
