Parliament Budget Session 2026 Live: Lok Sabha To Take Up Motion Of Thanks On President's Address Today

Budget Session Parliament 2026 Live: The Lok Sabha will take up the discussion on the Motion of Thanks to the President’s address on Monday, with Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal set to initiate the debate on behalf of the BJP. BJP MP Tejasvi Surya will second the motion. Parliament has earmarked 18 hours for the discussion, during which members from across parties are expected to participate.

According to the Congress, Rahul Gandhi is likely to speak today. The debate is scheduled to begin around 2 pm. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to respond to the discussion on February 4.

President Droupadi Murmu addressed the joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament—the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha—on the first day of the Budget Session on Wednesday. In her address, she outlined the Centre’s vision for social justice, inclusive growth, and a developed India. Follow for live updates.