INDIA Bloc MPs to Meet Kharge, Strategize for Budget Session
INDIA bloc MPs are scheduled to convene on Wednesday at 10 AM. This meeting aims to strategize for the upcoming Budget Session for 2026-27, which begins today. Leaders from Congress, alongside other opposition parties, will gather with Mallikarjun Kharge, the Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha.
Key Issues on the Agenda
The INDIA bloc is set to address several critical issues during the Budget Session. Primary among these is the potential replacement of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) with the Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) or VB-G RAM G Act. Another significant matter is the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral roll.
Statements from Congress Leaders
- Congress MP K Suresh emphasized the importance of discussing MGNREGA and SIR during the meeting.
- MP Manickam Tagore highlighted issues including “vote theft” and procurement of paddy as additional points for discussion.
Overview of the Budget Session
On the opening day of the session, President Droupadi Murmu will deliver an address to both Houses of Parliament. The Economic Survey of India is slated for release on January 29, followed by the Union Budget 2026-27 presentation on February 1.
Session Duration and Schedule
- The Budget Session will consist of 30 sittings over 65 days.
- The final session will wrap up on April 2.
- Both Houses will take a break from February 13 and will resume on March 9.
During the recess, Standing Committees will review the Demands for Grants from various ministries and departments. This collaborative approach demonstrates the strategic planning efforts of the INDIA bloc in response to the current political landscape.
