Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday appealed to Members of Parliament to ensure a constructive Monsoon Session, stressing that meaningful discussions should take precedence over disruptions. Speaking to reporters ahead of the session’s commencement, he said Parliament should be driven by facts and reasoned arguments.

Drawing a comparison between the rainy season and the functioning of Parliament, Modi said both should contribute positively to the country’s progress.

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Monsoon analogy for Parliament

“Be it the monsoon or the monsoon session, if both are proactive, they prove to be highly productive. And when both are productive, it leads to the welfare of the nation and the well-being of all living beings. That is why we pray that the monsoon remains both proactive and productive, and that the monsoon session proves productive as well,” he said.

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The Prime Minister also called for healthy debate in both Houses, saying strong arguments should replace political confrontation.

“May the spirit of that growth fuel our Parliament session. Where there is a strong argument, strong facts, there is no need for a storm (toofan). May every voice find space,” Modi said.

He also praised India’s expanding space sector and acknowledged the achievements of startup Skyroot Aerospace. During his remarks, he made a veiled reference to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi by mentioning a “56-year-old youth”.

Stormy session expected

The Monsoon Session begins on Monday and is expected to witness sharp exchanges between the government and the Opposition over several political and legislative issues. The session will have 19 sittings and is scheduled to conclude on August 13.

A major flashpoint is likely to be the controversy surrounding the Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI) and the group of 20 rebel Trinamool Congress MPs associated with it. Opposition parties have questioned the party’s recognition, arguing that the merger has not yet received formal approval from Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.

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Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju defended the decision to invite the NCPI to the all-party meeting, saying no elected representative could be denied participation based on numerical strength.

The government is also expected to introduce several key legislations during the session, including the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill and the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026. The proposed judicial reform seeks to raise the sanctioned strength of Supreme Court judges from 33 to 37.

FAQs:

What did PM Modi say ahead of the Monsoon Session?

He urged MPs to prioritise constructive debate backed by facts instead of disruptions.

How long will the Monsoon Session of Parliament run?

The session is scheduled to have 19 sittings and conclude on August 13.