Parliamentary Deliberations: Ensuring Democracy Doesn't Stall

Ahead of the Winter Session of Parliament, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla criticized planned disruptions as detrimental to democracy. The session spans December 1-19 amidst opposition critique of its brevity. Birla emphasized the executive's role in session timing and urged political parties to prioritize effective parliamentary discourse.

In anticipation of the forthcoming Winter Session, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla expressed concern over intentional disruptions in parliamentary proceedings, deeming them harmful to democratic practices.

Scheduled for December 1-19, the session will encompass 15 sittings. The opposition has voiced displeasure over its perceived brevity, especially following a largely unproductive monsoon session due to contention over Bihar's electoral roll revisions.

Addressing inquiries on the session's duration, Birla highlighted that session timing lies within the executive's purview, defined by the government's agenda. He called upon all political parties to focus on meaningful parliamentary engagement, underscoring Parliament as a platform for expressing public concerns and aspirations.

(With inputs from agencies.)