Parliament session drags on as government eyes women's reservation law push before 2029 polls
On August 13, both Houses of Parliament were adjourned sine die, but as of August 23, the Monsoon session had not been prorogued formally. Speculation arose that the government aims to pass a women's reservation law amendment before the 2029 polls. The Congress questioned this delay, citing concerns over potential opposition from southern states regarding delimitation impacts. Published - August 23, 2026.
10 AUG 2026
— NDTV
The monsoon session deadlock persists due to disagreements over police action against student protesters, with the government exploring concessions to secure support from the DMK.
23 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
Congress raised concerns about the delay in proroguing Parliament's Monsoon session, suggesting Union Home Minister Amit Shah might be seeking a tainted two-thirds majority for a Constitutional Amendment Bill.
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
Parliament's Monsoon session adjourned sine die, but the formal closure has not yet been issued.
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