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Lok Sabha Adjourns Till March 27 After Passing Historic Finance Bill 2026

The Lok Sabha has been adjourned until 11 am on March 27, following the passage of the crucial Finance Bill for 2026-27. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed the House, framing the bill around principles of reform driven by conviction and easing compliance for citizens and businesses. The House also discussed the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code Amendment Bill. The Rajya Sabha is scheduled to take up the Finance Bill on March 28, with the Budget Session continuing until April 2.

Key Points: Lok Sabha Adjourns, Passes Finance Bill 2026 Ahead of Ram Navami

  • Lok Sabha adjourned till March 27
  • Finance Bill 2026-27 passed
  • FM Sitharaman outlines reform principles
  • Rajya Sabha to take up bill on Friday
  • Session runs till April 2
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Parliament Budget Session: Lok Sabha adjourned till 11 am on March 27

Lok Sabha adjourned till March 27 after passing the Finance Bill 2026. FM Sitharaman outlines reform vision. Rajya Sabha to take up the bill on Friday.

"India is moving forward with reform not out of compulsion... but out of conviction, with clarity, confidence and commitment. - Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman"

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

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Priyanka N
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.
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Aman W
"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.
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Sarah B
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.
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Karthik V
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.
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Nisha Z
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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