US EditionSIR Issue Sub Judice Before Supreme Court, Can't Be Discussed in Parliament: Rijiju Tells Opposition - The Statesman
PASHCHIM CHAMPARAN, BIHAR, AUG 6 – Union Minister Kiren Rijiju cited Supreme Court's sub judice status to block Lok Sabha debate on Bihar's Special Intensive Revision amid opposition claims of voter suppression.
- On August 6, 2025, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju informed the Lok Sabha that any debate regarding the Election Commission’s voter list revision process in Bihar is not permissible, as the issue is currently under Supreme Court consideration.
- The government and Speaker referenced established parliamentary rules prohibiting discussion of sub judice matters and the Election Commission's functioning in the House, despite opposition demands.
- Opposition parties, including Congress and INDIA alliance, protested and planned a march to the Election Commission on August 11, claiming the SIR exercise targets votes of marginalized groups.
- Rijiju encouraged members to engage actively in important legislative discussions, including the Sports Bill scheduled for August 6, emphasizing that the government is open to debating any subject.
- The logjam led to adjournment of Lok Sabha proceedings, reflecting ongoing tensions over the SIR issue’s parliamentary status and its implications for voter rights and institutional autonomy.
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