PM Modi lauds Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla NEW DELHI: Two days before he faces the opposition’s resolution to remove him from office, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Saturday received wholehearted endorsement from PM Modi, who mixed praise for his work with a swipe at BJP’s rivals by saying Birla handles even some “arrogant and unruly” members from big families well and “insults no one”. “He endures bitter words of everyone and, you must have seen, always wears a smile,” Modi said in a virtual address at the stone-laying ceremony for the Kota Bundi airport in Birla’s constituency. Birla faces accusation from opposition MPs of being “blatantly partisan”.PM Modi: Speaker above partisan politicsBirla received praise from Modi for his impartiality. He is not member of any group and is above partisan politics, the PM said. Modi said Birla is as excellent an MP as he is an outstanding Speaker and is completely dedicated to the Constitution and parliamentary system.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 ChinaHe is like the head of family who works to take everyone along and respects MPs and their sentiments, Modi said. “Sometimes when arrogant and unruly students from big families come to Parliament who cannot help creating disturbance, he handles them like the head of the House,” he said, in a pointed swipe at key opposition functionaries such as Rahul Gandhi. Birla is adored by everyone, he said.Birla’s ruling disallowing Rahul from quoting from the unpublished memoir of former Army chief M M Naravane during the first half of the budget session had triggered fiery protest from opposition members, causing days of chaos.As one incident led to another, including Birla’s statement that he urged Modi to call off his scheduled speech in the House due to his apprehension that some women MPs of Congress, who had assembled around Modi’s allotted seat, could do something unwarranted, the opposition gave a notice signed by 118 MPs seeking his removal.The House is scheduled to take up the opposition’s resolution when it meets on Monday. BJP-led NDA’s strong majority has made the defeat of the motion all but certain.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: Two days before he faces the opposition’s resolution to remove him from office, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Saturday received wholehearted endorsement from PM Modi, who mixed praise for his work with a swipe at BJP’s rivals by saying Birla handles even some “arrogant and unruly” members from big families well and “insults no one”. “He endures bitter words of everyone and, you must have seen, always wears a smile,” Modi said in a virtual address at the stone-laying ceremony for the Kota Bundi airport in Birla’s constituency. Birla faces accusation from opposition MPs of being “blatantly partisan”.PM Modi: Speaker above partisan politicsBirla received praise from Modi for his impartiality. He is not member of any group and is above partisan politics, the PM said. Modi said Birla is as excellent an MP as he is an outstanding Speaker and is completely dedicated to the Constitution and parliamentary system.He is like the head of family who works to take everyone along and respects MPs and their sentiments, Modi said. “Sometimes when arrogant and unruly students from big families come to Parliament who cannot help creating disturbance, he handles them like the head of the House,” he said, in a pointed swipe at key opposition functionaries such as Rahul Gandhi. Birla is adored by everyone, he said.Birla’s ruling disallowing Rahul from quoting from the unpublished memoir of former Army chief M M Naravane during the first half of the budget session had triggered fiery protest from opposition members, causing days of chaos.As one incident led to another, including Birla’s statement that he urged Modi to call off his scheduled speech in the House due to his apprehension that some women MPs of Congress, who had assembled around Modi’s allotted seat, could do something unwarranted, the opposition gave a notice signed by 118 MPs seeking his removal.The House is scheduled to take up the opposition’s resolution when it meets on Monday. BJP-led NDA’s strong majority has made the defeat of the motion all but certain.
