Parliament Budget Session: Lok Sabha adjourned till 11 am on March 27
New Delhi, March 25
The proceedings of the Lower House of the Parliament on Wednesday were adjourned till 11 am on Friday, March 27.
The House was adjourned at 6:28 PM today, after the time for the sitting was extended until the work recorded in the agenda was completed.
March 26, Thursday, will be observed as a holiday with no sitting happening on the occasion of Ram Navami.
Today, the Lok Sabha has passed the Finance Bill, 2026, approving the Union Budget 2026-27. The Bill gives effect to the financial proposals of the Central Government for the financial year 2026-2027.
Addressing the Lower House, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasised that the government is steering the nation through a new era of economic governance characterised by systemic clarity rather than reactive measures.
Sitharaman stated that "India is moving forward with reform not out of compulsion, which is what has happened earlier, but out of conviction, with clarity, confidence and commitment.
"The Minister further remarked that the nation "is riding on the reform express under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi," framing the Finance Bill 2026-27 around five foundational principles.
These include enhancing the "ease of living for common citizens and ease of doing business," a move specifically designed to ensure that "people are not burdened by compliances, permits, quotas, and licenses for legitimate activities."
The Lower House also discussed the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Bill, 2025, as reported by the Select Committee.
Earlier today, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said that the Rajya Sabha will take up the Finance Bill on Friday, while Saturday and Sunday will be designated as holidays.
Addressing the Rajya Sabha, Rijiju informed the MPs that Friday is usually designated for Private Members' Business; however, passing the Finance Bill that day is "extremely important."
The Budget Session of the Parliament will run till April 2.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Adjourned till Friday, with Thursday off for Ram Navami. Perfectly reasonable. Our parliamentarians deserve holidays too, and respecting religious occasions is important. The session seems productive with key bills being discussed.
"Reform out of conviction, not compulsion" – a powerful statement by the FM. The intent seems strong, but the proof will be in the implementation. Will wait to see how these five principles actually translate into policy on the ground.
Observing the process from abroad. The extension of the sitting to complete the agenda shows dedication. The Insolvency Code amendment is a critical piece of economic legislation. Hope it strengthens the recovery framework for creditors.
With respect, I hope the "reform express" also makes a stop for detailed scrutiny and healthy debate. Passing bills is important, but so is rigorous parliamentary discussion. Sometimes it feels rushed.
The budget session timing around festivals is always tricky. Good they accounted for Ram Navami. Now hoping the Rajya Sabha passes the Finance Bill smoothly on Friday. Jai Shri Ram! 🙏
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