File photo NEW DELHI: Congress believes the removal notice against Speaker Om Birla has sent a “strong message” about the “undermining” of the opposition in Parliament under the BJP rule, and the fate of the notice, in view of the ruling camp’s majority in Lok Sabha, is only incidental. The opposition camp was buoyed on Saturday by Trinamool Congress’s announcement that it will back the no-confidence motion against the Speaker, an important twist given that the Bengal outfit did not sign the removal notice in Feb. The allies were confident about the TMC anyway, given the upcoming elections in Bengal where the party is directly fighting BJP.Now, there is renewed confidence that the vote will show the Lower House as vertically divided between the NDA and the INDIA, plus other parties. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: Third US carrier on way as Israel launches ‘extensive strikes’ on IranFresh Food Airlifted Into UAE: LuLu flies 80,000 kg of Indian produce; more imports planned‘Xi’s world order died with Khamenei’: The good, the bad, and ugly of US-Iran war for ChinaThe explicit message from such a split, parliamentary managers claim, will be that the bipartisan Chair of the Speaker is no longer above the fray as was under previous governments, reinforcing the perception that the opposition is “facing an unequal battle” even in Parliament. “A message had to be sent. We had to register our protest that parliamentary democracy is under threat, and positions of constitutional authorities are being manipulated for political purposes,” a key Congress member said.There is a lingering doubt in the anti-BJP camp that the govt may duck the debate on the removal notice, and instead put the notice straight to vote. Congress and allies are insistent that the issue should be debated, where Birla too would get an opportunity to defend himself.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTMC, BJP Engage In War Of Words Over Change In Governor Ahead of Assembly ElectionsTMC RS Nominee Menaka Guruswamy Declares: ‘Shall Fight EC in Every Court’ in Fiery First SpeechNishant Kumar Will Make Political Debut On March 8, To Formally Join JD(U) After Nitish’s RS Move‘What Went Through The Administration’s Mind?’ Droupadi Murmu Flags Lapse, Mentions Mamata BanerjeeThe Khamenei’s Killer: Israeli Missile Family India Is Quietly Acquiring | WatchBJP Blasts TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee’s Shocking Remark Against CEC Gyanesh KumarNo Confidence Motion Against Om Birla: Mamata Banerjee’s TMC Set To Support Resolution In Parliament”Future Is In Countries Like India…” Piyush Goyal Hails India As Engine Of Growth’PM Modi Betrayed India’: Rahul Gandhi Launches Scathing Attack Over US Trade Deal, Russian OilLPG Cylinder Price Rise Heats Up Inflation Debate As Opposition Targets Modi Government123PhotostoriesExclusive – The 50’s Divya Agarwal breaks silence on divorce rumours with husband Apurva Padgaonkar; says ‘We live in separate houses…’How to make Bihari-style Champaran Mutton for dinner at home6 things you should never ignore in car maintenance10 desi Indian ways to enjoy Oats for dinner and dessert7 bedroom plants for better sleep and cleaner indoor airFrom iron deficiency to lung disease: Doctors say your nails may reveal hidden health problemsAllu Arjun’s brother Allu Sirish marries Nayanika Reddy: Bride dazzles in diamonds and Kanjivaram saree, groom steals show in ivory sherwani6 most luxurious homes owned by Indian cricketers with estimated prices5 famous war museums around the world travellers can visitWalt Disney once said, “All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage…”: 5 lessons it teaches students123Hot PicksMiddle East Oil RisksIran Mobile Missile LauncersDwarka ExpresswayUttam Nagar murderIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingFortnite Wild Weeks Power Hour EventDaksh ChaudharyUPSC ResultsMiddle East ConflictNoida AirportCody RhodesWWE Smackdown HighlightsUCEED ResultBombay High CourtWhere to watch ind vs nz t20
NEW DELHI: Congress believes the removal notice against Speaker Om Birla has sent a “strong message” about the “undermining” of the opposition in Parliament under the BJP rule, and the fate of the notice, in view of the ruling camp’s majority in Lok Sabha, is only incidental. The opposition camp was buoyed on Saturday by Trinamool Congress’s announcement that it will back the no-confidence motion against the Speaker, an important twist given that the Bengal outfit did not sign the removal notice in Feb. The allies were confident about the TMC anyway, given the upcoming elections in Bengal where the party is directly fighting BJP.Now, there is renewed confidence that the vote will show the Lower House as vertically divided between the NDA and the INDIA, plus other parties. The explicit message from such a split, parliamentary managers claim, will be that the bipartisan Chair of the Speaker is no longer above the fray as was under previous governments, reinforcing the perception that the opposition is “facing an unequal battle” even in Parliament. “A message had to be sent. We had to register our protest that parliamentary democracy is under threat, and positions of constitutional authorities are being manipulated for political purposes,” a key Congress member said.There is a lingering doubt in the anti-BJP camp that the govt may duck the debate on the removal notice, and instead put the notice straight to vote. Congress and allies are insistent that the issue should be debated, where Birla too would get an opportunity to defend himself.
