New Delhi | August 3, 2026
Monsoon Session 2026: Government Moves to Fast-Track Four Major Bills Amid Fresh Opposition Offensive
Monsoon Session 2026 is entering a decisive phase as the Narendra Modi-led government seeks to complete its legislative agenda before Parliament adjourns on August 13. With only nine working days remaining, the government plans to move four significant bills in Parliament on Monday, while opposition parties, led by the Congress, are preparing to intensify their attack over the Ram Temple donation controversy and alleged police action against student protesters.
The continued standoff is expected to trigger another day of heated debates and possible disruptions in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.
Government Prioritizes Four Major Bills
The Centre is expected to advance four important pieces of legislation during Monday’s parliamentary proceedings.
1. Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill
The proposed legislation seeks to increase the sanctioned strength of Supreme Court judges to 37 judges, excluding the Chief Justice of India.
According to the government, expanding the bench will help reduce the growing backlog of pending cases and improve the efficiency of judicial administration.
2. MSME Amendment Bill
The government also plans to introduce amendments aimed at strengthening the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector.
The proposed changes focus primarily on improving payment mechanisms and addressing delays in payments to small businesses, a long-standing concern for entrepreneurs across the country.
3. Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) Bill
A new legislative framework is proposed for the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI), Kolkata, with the objective of strengthening its statutory status and institutional governance.
Officials say the bill is intended to modernize the institute’s legal framework while supporting research and higher education.
4. Bankers’ Books Evidence Amendment Bill
As digital banking continues to expand rapidly, the government plans to modernize existing laws governing banking records and electronic evidence.
The amendment aims to align banking legislation with current digital technologies and electronic record-keeping practices.
Government Urges Debate Instead of Disruptions
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju accused opposition parties of repeatedly disrupting parliamentary proceedings instead of participating in legislative discussions.
He urged all political parties to cooperate in ensuring Parliament functions smoothly, emphasizing that the government intends to complete its legislative business before the Monsoon Session concludes on August 13.
Opposition Plans to Corner the Government
Opposition leaders convened a floor leaders’ meeting on Monday morning to finalize their parliamentary strategy.
They are expected to raise two primary issues:
Ram Temple Donation Controversy
The Congress has demanded a transparent investigation into alleged financial irregularities involving donations linked to the Ram Temple.
The controversy gained attention after allegations of theft from donation boxes surfaced in June. Police subsequently registered an FIR against eight individuals, and following Supreme Court directions, the Uttar Pradesh government constituted a three-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the matter.
Police Action Against Student Protesters
The opposition is also expected to press the government over police action taken against students who marched toward Parliament on July 20.
Opposition parties have demanded a statement from Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding the incident.
FCRA Amendment Bill May Be Introduced Soon
The government is also preparing to introduce amendments to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA).
According to the proposal, authorities may receive powers to assume control over the assets of organizations that fail to renew their FCRA registrations.
The Trinamool Congress has called for the proposed legislation to be referred to a Parliamentary Standing Committee for detailed examination.
Recent Legislative Activity
Despite repeated disruptions during the previous week, Parliament approved two significant bills:
- A bill granting “Vande Mataram” legal protection equivalent to the national anthem.
- The Births and Deaths Registration Amendment Bill, which introduces changes to India’s civil registration framework.
The government has indicated that it intends to continue advancing its legislative priorities despite ongoing parliamentary protests.
Political Outlook
With fewer than two weeks remaining in the Monsoon Session, both the government and the opposition appear unwilling to soften their positions.
The Centre remains focused on passing key legislative reforms before the session ends, while opposition parties are determined to keep issues of political accountability at the center of parliamentary debate.
Monday’s proceedings are therefore expected to witness another intense confrontation inside Parliament as legislative business competes with political protests.
