New Delhi, February 7: The Lok Sabha has been adjourned until February 10, with proceedings set to resume at 11 AM on Monday. The adjournment comes amid a day of significant developments, including felicitations for Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the Union Budget announcements and opposition-led protests on key national issues.
Felicitations for PM Modi Over Budget Allocations
Earlier in the day, around 30 Members of Parliament from the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) gathered to commend Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the budgetary provisions allocated to Bihar, where Assembly elections are scheduled for November this year. The state received substantial financial allocations, underlining the government's focus on infrastructure and development projects.
Opposition MPs Protest Over Fishermen Detainment & Deportations
The Parliament premises also witnessed intense protests, with multiple Opposition MPs voicing concerns over:
✅ The detention of Indian fishermen by Sri Lankan authorities
✅ The treatment of Indian nationals deported from the United States
Several MPs from Tamil Nadu, including DMK MP Kanimozhi, led a protest demanding the immediate repatriation of 97 Indian fishermen currently in Sri Lankan custody. Addressing the media, Kanimozhi urged the Union government to engage in diplomatic discussions with Sri Lanka to secure the release of both the fishermen and their seized boats.
Meanwhile, Congress Whip Manickam Tagore moved an adjournment motion, seeking an official statement from Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding the “inhumane treatment” of deported Indian nationals in the United States.
Additionally, AIMIM MP Asaduddin Owaisi cited a Pew Research 2022 report, highlighting that 675,000 undocumented Indian immigrants remain in the US, with 18,000 people on a final deportation list. He warned that mass deportations could significantly impact remittances to India and urged the government to outline its policy response.
Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes UP Government Over Mahakumbh Fire
Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav took the opportunity to criticize the Uttar Pradesh government regarding a fire incident at the Mahakumbh Mela Kshetra earlier in the day. Speaking to the press, Yadav remarked:
"Sachchai yeh hai ki BJP ne Kumbh mein aag lagadi… (The truth is that the BJP has set Kumbh on fire)."
The fire engulfed 20-22 tents, but authorities confirmed no casualties or injuries. The blaze was swiftly brought under control.
Key Budget Announcements: Major Boost for Bihar
As part of the Union Budget 2025, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled significant infrastructure projects, with Bihar receiving prominent attention. Key announcements include:
✈️ Expansion of Patna Airport
✈️ Four new greenfield airports
✈️ A brownfield airport at Bihta
Additionally, the budget highlighted support for the Western Kosi Canal ERM project in Bihar’s Mithilanchal region, aimed at benefiting over 50,000 hectares of agricultural land and empowering local farmers.
With the Lok Sabha set to reconvene on February 10, debates on these pressing national issues and the implications of the Union Budget are expected to dominate parliamentary proceedings.
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