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Breaking News: Opposition to Move No-Confidence Motion Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Amid Parliamentary Tensions

Amid rising tensions in Parliament, opposition parties have decided to move a no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. The move follows repeated allegations that Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi was denied permission to speak during the 2026 Budget session, prompting opposition leaders from Congress, TMC, RJD, and other parties to hold a joint meeting and coordinate the action. Opposition sources said the decision was taken as a last resort after repeated requests for Rahul Gandhi to address the House were reportedly denied. The no-confidence motion, though unlikely to succeed due to the ruling NDA’s majority, signals growing frustration over procedural issues and the functioning of parliamentary norms. The Lok Sabha has witnessed multiple adjournments amid protests and heated exchanges, highlighting a standoff between the government and opposition over access to parliamentary debate. While the government maintains that all proceedings adhere to constitutional and procedural rules, opposition leaders insist that their voices are being restricted, prompting this unprecedented escalation. Parliamentary analysts note that the situation underscores the deepening polarization in Indian politics, with procedural disagreements increasingly intersecting with party strategies. The coming days are expected to be marked by intense debate, as the opposition formally tables the motion and seeks to challenge the Speaker’s handling of House proceedings.

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