Monsoon Session 2026 Begins: PM Modi Urges Constructive Debate as Key Bills Return to Parliament

New Delhi: The Monsoon Session of Parliament commenced on Monday with Prime Minister Narendra Modi calling upon lawmakers to ensure meaningful discussions and smooth functioning of both Houses. The session opens against the backdrop of heightened political activity, with the government preparing to introduce several important legislative proposals and the Opposition gearing up for an aggressive strategy.

Addressing the media before entering Parliament, Prime Minister Modi appealed to Members of Parliament to use the session for constructive debate and productive lawmaking in the interest of the country.

One of the major issues expected to dominate the session is the Centre’s possible move to once again introduce the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, which proposes increasing the strength of the Lok Sabha to 850 members along with implementing 33 per cent reservation for women in the lower house. The proposal had failed to secure passage during the previous session after drawing strong objections over the linked delimitation exercise.

Besides the constitutional amendment proposal, the government is also expected to table several important legislations covering judicial reforms, taxation, election-related regulations and business development.

Among the significant bills likely to be taken up are the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, Income-tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026, Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026, Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, and the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026.

Political tensions had already surfaced before the session formally began. An all-party meeting convened ahead of the Monsoon Session witnessed sharp differences after Opposition parties walked out, objecting to the government’s decision to invite the Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI), which includes a group of former Trinamool Congress MPs.

Outside Parliament, political demonstrations are also expected to influence the atmosphere during the session. The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has announced continued protests at Jantar Mantar, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET paper leak issue. Party supporters have also planned a march towards the Parliament complex.

Meanwhile, climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been observing a prolonged hunger strike, has renewed his appeal to the government through a handwritten message. Wangchuk stated that he is willing to end his fast if government representatives meet him at Safdarjung Hospital and engage in discussions over the concerns raised by the youth.

With a packed legislative agenda and multiple political controversies unfolding simultaneously, the Monsoon Session is expected to witness intense debates inside Parliament and continued demonstrations outside.