Opposition MPs Protest Ram Temple Donations, Police Actions in Parliament

11 UPDATES · 14 DAYS · 31 JUL 2026 — 13 AUG 2026

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Latest · 13 Aug 2026

NDA and INDIA bloc MPs clashed near Parliament's Makar Dwar due to differing perspectives on police actions in Jharkhand and alleged theft at the Ram temple.

What this timeline covers

This event covers the opposition MPs' protest against alleged theft of Ram temple donations and police misconduct, including reactions, analyses, and follow-up developments of these specific incidents. It excludes other actions by the same people, parties, or regions unless they are direct developments of the aforementioned protest and related incidents.

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31Jul

STORY BEGINS — The Hindu

Opposition MPs Protest Police Excesses, Ram Temple Donations at Parliament

The Hindu

Opposition MPs staged a mock theft protest in Parliament, prompting the BJP to demand action from the Speaker.

1Aug

NDTV

BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj filed an FIR against Rahul Gandhi, Pappu Yadav, and others for allegedly mocking Sanatan culture and insulting religious sentiments.

2Aug

NDTV

Bihar's Independent MP Pappu Yadav was attacked with a shoe at a press conference in Delhi, following death threats he received for his protest in saffron robes.

The Hindu

On August 2, 2026, Sumit, from Uttar Pradesh, hurled a slipper at Independent MP Pappu Yadav during a press conference.

3Aug

NDTV

Opposition MPs staged a protest in Parliament House, demanding accountability for alleged theft of Ram temple donations and police excesses.

NDTV

Independent MP Pappu Yadav reported a conspiracy to harm him after two men entered his home, leading to security concerns and a request for increased protection.

6Aug

The Hindu

Opposition MPs protested in Parliament House, alleging donation theft at the Ram temple and police misconduct against student protesters.

9Aug

The Hindu

A Prayagraj court summoned Independent MP Rajesh Ranjan (Pappu Yadav) to appear for a skit performance related to alleged donation theft.

12Aug

The Hindu

Due to protests, both Houses of Parliament in New Delhi adjourned until 2 p.m. on August 12, 2026.

13Aug

LATEST UPDATE — The Hindu

NDA and INDIA bloc MPs clashed near Parliament's Makar Dwar due to differing perspectives on police actions in Jharkhand and alleged theft at the Ram temple.

Story concluded