Parliament Budget Session Set for Showdown Over Question Hour and Electoral Roll Controversy

With the Budget Session of Parliament resuming post-recess, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla called for smooth functioning of Question Hour. The session is set to witness tensions as opposition plans to raise issues on electoral rolls and Manipur's situation. Key agendas include budget approvals and the Waqf Bill.

The Budget Session of Parliament is resuming on Monday, with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla urging political parties to ensure the smooth functioning of Question Hour. Key discussions will include demands from the railways, agriculture, and Jal Shakti ministries.

The session is expected to be contentious as the opposition plans to challenge the government on issues like electoral roll manipulation and the situation in Manipur. The government aims to secure approval for grant demands, complete budgetary processes, and pass critical legislation like the Waqf (Amendment) Bill.

Notably, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present Manipur's budget under President's Rule, while Home Minister Amit Shah will seek approval for President's Rule continuation. The opposition, led by the Trinamool Congress, will also highlight concerns over duplicate Electoral Photo Identity Card (EPIC) numbers.

(With inputs from agencies.)