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Modi Faces Parliament Protest Fallout

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Narendra Modi's government faces escalating pressure as India's Parliament was disrupted by protests over student demonstrations. Opposition lawmakers demanded Amit Shah's resignation following police action, leading to acrimonious sessions in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. The lower house operated for only 16% of its scheduled time during the monsoon session, compared to 31% in the upper house, per PRS Legislative Research. With Thursday marking the final sitting, the government battles calls for accountability amid ongoing unrest.

Protests in cities like Ranchi highlighted demands for transparency in handling student grievances. Daily adjournments and heated exchanges between ruling and opposition parties underscored the session's turmoil. The Home Minister's role in police responses has become a focal point of criticism, compounding challenges for Modi's administration.

The monsoon session's disruption reflects broader political tensions. Opposition parties leveraged the protests to question government policies, while the ruling bloc defended its actions. As Parliament concludes its session, the fallout from these disruptions may influence upcoming political strategies and public sentiment.