NDA nominee Om Birla was elected as the Lok Sabha Speaker on June 26th, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi shaking hands before escorting him to the chair. The opposition INDIA bloc, however, voiced concerns about stifling dissent and expressed hopes for a more inclusive approach during the new term.
Results for: Speaker Election
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will propose Om Birla as the Lok Sabha Speaker on Wednesday, with the election scheduled for 11 am. The ruling NDA holds a significant majority, making Birla’s election highly likely. However, the opposition alliance has fielded Kodikunnil Suresh as their candidate, leading to a contest for the position.