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Parliament Face-Off: NDA, INDIA Bloc Stage Rival Protests As Congress Pushes For NEET Debate
Bharathi SP | July 23, 2026 1:41 PM CST

Rival protests by the NDA and the INDIA bloc dominated proceedings inside Parliament on Thursday, with MPs from both sides gathering at Makar Dwar to press competing political narratives. The demonstrations unfolded alongside fresh attempts by Congress leaders to raise key issues in the Rajya Sabha, including the alleged NEET paper leak and reforms to the anti-defection law.

NDA, INDIA Bloc Hold Parallel Protests At Makar Dwar

Members of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and the INDIA bloc staged simultaneous protests at Makar Dwar within the Parliament complex, turning the entrance into the latest flashpoint in the ongoing political confrontation.

NDA MPs demonstrated against the Congress, while INDIA bloc lawmakers mounted a counter-protest, accusing the government over issues they have been consistently raising during the Monsoon Session. The competing demonstrations added to the charged atmosphere that has marked Parliament in recent days.

Manish Tewari Seeks Debate On Anti-Defection Law

Amid the political face-off, Congress MP Manish Tewari submitted a Suspension of Business notice in the Rajya Sabha, calling for a detailed discussion on the anti-defection law.

Tewari urged the Chair to suspend the listed business to allow a comprehensive debate on the legislation governing defections by elected representatives, arguing that the issue merits immediate parliamentary attention.

The notice comes as the Opposition continues to press for discussions on a range of political and governance issues during the ongoing session.


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