Parliament Adjourns Till Feb 9 Amid Budget Session Disruptions
Both Houses of the Indian Parliament, the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, were adjourned until Monday, February 9, 2026, due to persistent disruptions by opposition members during the ongoing Budget Session. This adjournment on Friday, February 6, marked a continuation of protests and debates over key national issues.
Key Highlights
- Both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha adjourned till February 9, 2026.
- Adjournment occurred on Friday, February 6, 2026, amidst protests.
- Budget Session 2026 began on January 28, 2026, and concludes April 2.
- Disruptions centered on various opposition demands and procedural irregularities.
- Speaker Om Birla expressed concern over wasted parliamentary time.
- Union Budget 2026-27 was presented on February 1, 2026.
The Indian Parliament's Budget Session 2026 saw both its Houses, the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha, adjourned until Monday, February 9, 2026, due to continuous disruptions by opposition members. The adjournment took place on Friday, February 6, 2026, marking what can be considered 'Day 8' of the session, which commenced on January 28, 2026, and is slated to run until April 2, 2026, with a recess planned from February 13 to March 9.
The day's proceedings in both Houses were marred by vociferous protests and sloganeering from the Opposition. In the Lok Sabha, Speaker Om Birla expressed significant concern over the repeated disruptions, stating that approximately '19 hours and 13 minutes' of the House's time had been wasted so far in the Budget Session due to such disturbances. He urged members to maintain decorum and allow the legislative business to proceed, highlighting the public's expectation for Parliament to function.
Earlier in the week, on February 5, 2026, the Lok Sabha had passed the Motion of Thanks to the President's address by a voice vote, notably without Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivering his customary reply amidst the uproar. Congress MP and Public Accounts Committee Chairperson KC Venugopal raised objections regarding these 'procedural irregularities,' citing violations of parliamentary rules as the debate was concluded without the Prime Minister's response. The Prime Minister, however, addressed the Motion of Thanks in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday, February 5, where he launched a sharp attack on the opposition, particularly the Congress.
One of the key issues sparking the protests in the Lok Sabha on Friday, February 6, was related to Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi being disallowed from quoting excerpts from an 'unpublished memoir' of former Army Chief General MM Naravane concerning the 2020 India-China military standoff. This led to opposition members trooping into the Well of the House, shouting slogans, and displaying placards, further contributing to the disruptions. The Rajya Sabha also experienced heated exchanges, including banter between Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge and Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, as well as discussions on topics such as violence against women and the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
The Union Budget for the financial year 2026-27 was presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, 2026, following the release of the Economic Survey on January 29, 2026. The Budget Session is a critical period for legislative work, including detailed discussions on the Budget, various policy reforms, and financial bills. The disruptions, therefore, significantly impede the Parliament's ability to conduct its scheduled business effectively. The first phase of the session is set to conclude on February 13, 2026, after which Standing Committees will examine the Demands for Grants of various ministries during the recess, before Parliament reconvenes for the second phase on March 9, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why were both Houses of Parliament adjourned on February 6, 2026?
Both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were adjourned until Monday, February 9, 2026, due to continuous disruptions and protests by opposition members over various issues, including procedural irregularities and specific debates.
When did the 2026 Budget Session of Parliament begin and when will it conclude?
The Budget Session for 2026 commenced on January 28, 2026, and is scheduled to continue until April 2, 2026. The first phase of the session will conclude on February 13, 2026, with Parliament reassembling on March 9, 2026, after a recess.
What was the significance of February 6th for the Budget Session?
February 6, 2026, marked what was referred to as 'Day 8' of the Budget Session. On this day, both Houses faced significant disruptions leading to their adjournment, and the Lok Sabha was scheduled to hold a general discussion on the Union Budget 2026-27.
What issues led to the parliamentary disruptions during the Budget Session?
Disruptions stemmed from various issues, including opposition protests over the handling of the Motion of Thanks to the President's address, allegations of procedural irregularities, and disputes over Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi being disallowed from citing an unpublished memoir.