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The Winter Session of the Indian Parliament commenced with disruptions and opposition protests over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The Lok Sabha passed a bill to reform GST in Manipur despite the turmoil. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced bills to repurpose levies on “sin goods.” C.P. Radhakrishnan presided over the Rajya Sabha for the first time as Vice-President. The Opposition demanded a debate on SIR and urged for equal treatment in the Upper House.

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Parliament’s Winter Session Opens Amidst Protests, GST Reform Bill Passed

New Delhi – December 2, 2025 – The Winter Session of the Indian Parliament got off to a rocky start on Monday, December 1, 2025, marked by disruptions and opposition walkouts driven by demands for a debate on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in nine states and three Union Territories.

Despite the turmoil, the Lok Sabha managed to pass a bill implementing Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms in Manipur. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is scheduled to move the Central Excise (Amendment) Bill, 2025 for consideration and passing today, December 2nd, which aims to repurpose levies on products like tobacco and pan masala.

The Rajya Sabha also saw a change in leadership, with C.P. Radhakrishnan presiding for the first time since being elected Vice-President in September. Opposition MPs welcomed him, urging impartiality and equal opportunities for all voices in the Upper House.

The Opposition continues to press for a dedicated debate on the ongoing SIR exercise. The government maintains it is not against a discussion but has refrained from setting a specific timeline.

The Winter Session is scheduled to have 15 sittings. The situation remains fluid as both sides stand firm on their respective positions.

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