Day 4 live updates for the 2026 Parliament Budget Session: Debate between the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha Rahul Gandhi leads the opposition's motion of thanks for President Droupadi Murmu's address; PM Modi will respond on February 4. The Congress calls for a discussion of the Epstein files; complete highlights, responses, and the Bihar angle are available on REAL BREAKING NEWS.
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| Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the 'Union Budget 2026-27' in the Lok Sabha, in New Delhi, on February 1, 2026. Photo: Sansad TV via PTI Photo | Photo Credit: - |
Man, what an intense the Budget Session has been so far! On a historic Sunday, February 1, 2026, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman delivered her ninth straight Union Budget. Today, February 2, is Day 4 of Parliament's return to session. The limelight? President Droupadi Murmu's address to the joint session was part of the highly anticipated Motion of Thanks. This argument could determine how the government's "Viksit Bharat" agenda is implemented in states like Bihar, if you are watching from Patna like me, where local problems like social justice and development frequently interact with national politics.
The Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha sessions began at 11 AM IST, and things are quickly becoming heated. Let us analyze it using real-time updates, important speakers, and the essence of it all—straight from the floor, no filler.
Morning Kickoff: The Lok Sabha Prepares for a Heated Discussion
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal introduced a Motion of Thanks in the Lok Sabha at approximately 11:15 AM, commending President Murmu's January 28 speech for emphasizing social justice, national unity, and self-reliance through "swadeshi." BJP MP Tejasvi Surya seconded it, highlighting how the government's policies are developing a resilient India amid global difficulties. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to respond on February 4; at that time, there may be some major fireworks. The House has scheduled a good eighteen hours for this discussion over the next days.
President Murmu emphasized the government's drive for inclusive growth in her speech last week, encouraging MPs to come together on national security and Viksit Bharat. Opposition parties, however, are fighting to stop it. They are attributing it to the Budget's "missed opportunities" regarding inflation and employment, which severely affected rural areas like Bihar.
Rahul Gandhi Takes Center Stage: The First Charge by the Opposition
Rahul Gandhi, the leader of the opposition, was up at 11:45 AM and gave a harsh review. He criticized the administration for things like farmer hardship, unemployment, and what he described as "hollow promises" in the president's speech. Drawing from his recent Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, Rahul related it to ground realities – imagine Bihar's youngsters traveling for work or farmers hurting post-Budget pronouncements. He demanded a discussion of PM Modi's purported references in the leaked documents and did not hold back on the Epstein files topic either. He joked, "Transparency is key to national security," mimicking Congress's demand for a move to adjourn.
Other Congress MPs joined in after Rahul: Anto Antony brought up environmental concerns, Jothimani Sennimalai spoke for women's empowerment within the "swadeshi" framework, Amarinder Raja Warring concentrated on Punjab-Bihar migration issues, and Tariq Anwar emphasized social justice inequalities. It is apparent the opposition is utilizing this platform to corner the NDA on everything from the Budget's STT hike (which crashed markets yesterday) to larger governance failings.
Rajya Sabha Parallels: Reverberations of Consensus and Opposition
The intensity of the Lok Sabha was reflected in the Upper House's proceedings. Around 11:30 AM, the Motion of Thanks was presented, and President Murmu's appeal for group action was discussed. Federalism is a pain point for states like Bihar, which frequently feels underfunded, according to opposition politicians, including those from the DMK and Trinamool Congress. By lunchtime, demonstrations were brewing over the Epstein issue, with shouts for a special discussion stopping the flow temporarily.
The Big Picture: Opposition Protests and the Budget Background
This is more than simply standard parliamentary banter. The argument felt heated after the Union Budget 2026–2027, which included a record ₹12.2 lakh crore in capital expenditures but no income tax relief. Opposition parties are likely to demonstrate against what they see as a "pro-corporate" budget that disregards farmers and the middle class. In Bihar, where agriculture is dominant, expect local MPs to interrogate on schemes like Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana and how capex would build infra like national waterways.
The Epstein files have previously been linked to "national interest" issues in Murmu's address in congressional notices for deliberations. It might steal the show if it is adjourned. In the meantime, the administration is defending its performance, citing increases in manufacturing and defense production as milestones toward Viksit Bharat.
What Comes Next? Sessions in the Afternoon and Later
More speakers are scheduled as we approach the lunch break at 1:00 PM. While opposition continues to exert pressure, anticipate NDA allies to unite in support of the motion. Later this week, Finance Minister Sitharaman may respond to questions about the budget on February 11. PM Modi's February 4 response? With growth and welfare data, he could be the one that everyone has been waiting for.
From my view in Patna, this session matters because Bihar's voices – on anything from disaster relief to job skilling – typically get amplified here. Keep checking back; I will provide updates as more develops. If you are watching Sansad TV or following on socials, add your opinions below!
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