The Parliament’s Budget Session faced significant disruption today as both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were adjourned without conducting substantial business due to persistent protests by DMK (Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam) Members of Parliament. The DMK MPs staged vigorous demonstrations, primarily focusing on their opposition to the ongoing delimitation process, which they claim is unfair and detrimental to the interests of Tamil Nadu.
The protests, which began shortly after the Houses convened, involved DMK MPs raising slogans and displaying placards, demanding immediate attention to their concerns. They argued that the delimitation exercise, aimed at redrawing electoral boundaries, is being carried out in a manner that will reduce the representation of Tamil Nadu in Parliament. The DMK maintains that the current process is politically motivated and lacks transparency.
Despite repeated appeals from the presiding officers for order, the DMK MPs continued their protests, leading to pandemonium in both Houses. Given the persistent disruptions and the inability to conduct regular proceedings, the presiding officers were compelled to adjourn both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha for the day.
This adjournment highlights the growing political tensions surrounding the delimitation issue and its potential impact on regional representation. The DMK’s strong stance reflects the deep-seated concerns in Tamil Nadu regarding the fairness and impartiality of the process.
