The ongoing Budget Session of Parliament, which has witnessed repeated disruptions over the Adani issue, saw Prime Minister Narendra Modi reply to the debate on the Motion of Thanks to the President’s speech on February 8.
Saying that India has celebrated the President’s address, he stated, “Notwithstanding the pandemic, divided world, geopolitical disturbances, the way the country has waded through the disturbances has filled it with pride and confidence.”
The session began on Wednesday with the BJP demanding action against Rahul Gandhi for his remarks against the PM. On Tuesday, Mr. Gandhi led the Opposition attack as he targeted the BJP dispensation over the Adani issue. The Congress leader linked the rise in the business fortunes and personal wealth of businessman Gautam Adani to the Modi government coming to power in 2014. His remarks drew a sharp response from the treasury benches.
The session, which began on January 31, is likely to continue till April 6 with 27 sittings and a recess. The first few days of the session were virtually washed out as the Opposition stalled proceedings on the Adani issue, seeking a discussion and an inquiry into allegations against the group.