PM endorses Speaker Om Birla as Lok Sabha gears up to debate no-confidence motion against him
Prime Minister Narendra Modi endorsed Speaker Om Birla, stating he is dedicated to the Constitution and parliamentary traditions. The motion for Mr. Birla's removal, backed by 118 Opposition MPs, cites grievances including member suspensions and restricted speaking opportunities. The motion will be debated in the Lok Sabha on March 9th, with both BJP and Congress whips directing their members to attend. The Trinamool Congress has also indicated support for the motion.
13 MAR 2026
— The Hindu
Opposition leaders met with the Parliamentary Affairs Minister to request the revocation of suspensions imposed on eight Lok Sabha members.
15 MAR 2026
— The Hindu
Prime Minister Modi commended Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla for his impartial and balanced handling of the no-confidence motion, strengthening India's parliamentary democracy.
16 MAR 2026
— The Hindu
A consensus was reached to revoke the suspensions of eight Opposition MPs, following disruptive behavior by seven Congress MPs and one CPI(M) MP during the Budget session.
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