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No-trust motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla defeated; Amit Shah hits out at Rahul Gandhi

TT Editor·Updated: 12 Mar 2026 5:50 am IST
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No-trust motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla defeated; Amit Shah hits out at Rahul Gandhi

The no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla was decisively defeated during a recent session, where a voice vote was conducted amidst raucous protests from Congress members. The motion, which aimed to challenge Birla's leadership, failed to gain traction as the ruling party secured the necessary support to maintain his position. Union Home Minister Amit Shah took the opportunity to criticize Rahul Gandhi, stating that the Congress leader's actions were indicative of his party's declining influence. This incident underscores the ongoing tensions between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the opposition, particularly in light of the upcoming elections. The BJP has consistently defended Birla, asserting his impartiality and commitment to parliamentary decorum. The session's tumultuous atmosphere highlights the deepening divisions in Indian politics, as opposition parties intensify their strategies to confront the ruling government ahead of crucial electoral contests.

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