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The recently concluded Budget Session of the Indian Parliament has set new benchmarks for legislative productivity, with both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha achieving over 100% efficiency in transacting business. The session, which started on January 31 and concluded on April 4, 2025, saw a total of 16 bills being passed, marking it as one of the most productive sessions in recent years.
Despite the turbulence created by opposition protests, both Houses of Parliament demonstrated a commitment to legislative work, focusing on debates and discussions that ran late into the night. Here are some key highlights from the session:
These bills were passed amid heated debates and protests, showcasing the commitment of parliamentarians to legislative work despite political tensions.
The session began with the Motion of Thanks to the President's Address, which was debated extensively in both Houses. In Lok Sabha, the motion was discussed for 17 hours and 23 minutes, with active participation from 173 members. Meanwhile, Rajya Sabha devoted 21 hours and 46 minutes to the debate, with 73 members contributing to it[3].
Both Houses engaged in detailed discussions on the Union Budget 2025-26. Lok Sabha spent 16 hours and 13 minutes on this item, with 169 members participating, while Rajya Sabha spent 17 hours and 56 minutes, with 89 members taking part[3].
One of the most debated bills was the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025. Lok Sabha spent 13 hours and 53 minutes discussing this bill, passing it after midnight, while Rajya Sabha deliberated for 11 hours before passing it around 2:34 am[2][4].
Despite the high productivity, the session was not without its share of protests and disruptions. The opposition raised several issues, including demands for discussions on Electoral Photo Identity Cards and concerns over the situation in Manipur. However, these demands were largely met with walkouts and debates rather than forced adjournments, which helped maintain the overall productivity of the session[2][5].
Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar highlighted the session's achievements, noting that debates were characterized by "enlightened inputs and varying opinion shades," with a return to "welcome wit, humour, sarcasm and repartee" in discussions. This represented a high level of legislative rigor and cross-party collaboration, contributing to the session's historic productivity[5].
The Budget Session of 2025 sets a new precedent for legislative productivity in India, demonstrating that even amidst political discord, Parliament can operate effectively to pass crucial legislation. The combination of extended debates and a commitment to working beyond scheduled hours underscored the session's efficiency. As India continues to evolve its legislative processes, this session will be remembered as a milestone in enhancing parliamentary productivity and effectiveness.
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