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The Rajya Sabha approved a six-month extension of President's Rule in Manipur despite Opposition protests demanding a discussion on Bihar's electoral rolls. Minister Nityanand Rai clarified that Manipur's unrest stemmed from a court order, not communal tensions. Deputy Chairman Harivansh Narayan Singh struggled to maintain order as MPs continued sloganeering. The House adjourned without addressing pending legislative business, deepening political tensions.

Key Points: Rajya Sabha Extends President's Rule in Manipur Amid Opposition Protests

  • Rajya Sabha passes resolution amid Opposition sloganeering
  • Nityanand Rai cites administrative vacuum in Manipur
  • Deputy Chairman urges order amid disruptions
  • Opposition insists on Bihar electoral roll discussion
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Rajya Sabha passes six-month extension of President's Rule in Manipur amid Oppn uproar

Rajya Sabha approves six-month extension of President's Rule in Manipur as Opposition demands discussion on Bihar electoral rolls revision.

"Those who say it is communal are incorrect – Nityanand Rai, MoS Home Affairs"

New Delhi, Aug 5

The Rajya Sabha on Tuesday passed a statutory resolution extending President’s Rule in Manipur for a further six months, effective from August 13, 2025.

The resolution, tabled by Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai, was adopted through a voice vote amid persistent sloganeering and disruptions by Opposition members demanding a discussion on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar.

Deputy Chairman Harivansh Narayan Singh presided over the session, which saw repeated appeals for order.

“Please go to your seat and say 'no'”, he urged Opposition MPs, reminding them that the resolution was a constitutional obligation under Article 356 and had to be disposed of within the mandated timeframe.

“We have not done any business in the House,” he added, pointing to Congress MP Jairam Ramesh as disruptions continued.

Rai introduced the resolution, stating that the extension was necessitated by the ongoing administrative vacuum in Manipur. He clarified that the violence in the state was triggered by a High Court order related to reservation and not by religious conflict.

“Those who say it is communal are incorrect,” Rai said, adding that no deaths had been reported during the eight months of President’s Rule.

He also noted that the Ministry of Home Affairs had held consultations with security agencies and civil society organisations, and that peace had largely returned to the state.

Despite the Deputy Chairman’s appeal for participation, Opposition members including Shushmita Dev, Tiruchi Siva, and Ram Pratap Garhi demanded a discussion on SIR under Rule 259.

Slogans such as “SIR par charcha ho” and “Vote ki chori nahi chalegi” echoed through the House, drowning out speeches and forcing multiple interventions from the Chair.

Only Subhash Chandra Bose Pilli of the YSR Congress Party managed to speak, but his remarks were inaudible amid the ruckus.

When BJD MP Mujibullah Khan attempted to speak on Odisha, the Deputy Chairman redirected him to the statutory resolution.

Opposition members declined to engage on the Manipur issue, insisting that the House first address electoral concerns.

Ultimately, the Deputy Chairman asked members to register their dissent from their seats and declared the resolution adopted through a voice vote.

The House was then adjourned till August 6, leaving critical legislative business pending amid deepening procedural and political standoffs.

- IANS

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Priya S
At least there's peace in Manipur now after so much violence. Maybe the extension is needed until proper elections can be conducted. But our parliament needs to function better - this constant shouting matches help no one 🙏
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Rohit P
Why is opposition always disrupting proceedings? First discuss Manipur issue which is serious, then other matters. This "my issue first" attitude is ruining our democracy. Shameful scenes in Rajya Sabha again!
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Sarah B
As someone who has worked in conflict zones, I appreciate that violence has reduced. But long-term President's Rule isn't sustainable. The government should present a clear roadmap for restoring elected government in Manipur.
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Vikram M
The Home Minister clarified it's not communal violence but about reservation. Media should report this properly instead of sensationalizing. Hope peace continues and Manipur gets stable government soon.
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Kavya N
Both sides are at fault here. Government should have allowed some discussion, and opposition should have prioritized Manipur issue. Northeast states need more attention from Delhi, not just during crises. #IndiaIncludesNorthEast

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