Bal Bharati Public School, GRHM

NATIONAL YOUTH PARLIAMENT

KISHORE SABHA
5th Edition
Theme: ‘’

14.08.2025

Youth Parliament starts with the arrival of the Speaker.

(Marshal enters and glances around to ensure the Quorum and returns. Marshal
re-enters. As soon as the Speaker arrives in the chamber Marshal announces.)

Marshal (Parth Sharma): Honorable Members, Honourable Speaker.

(The Speaker enters, Members stand.)

(The Speaker, before taking his seat, bows to the right, then to the left and then to
the center. The Members also bow to the chair. The Speaker occupies the seat and
then all the Members occupy their seats.)

(Marshal remains standing on the left side of the speaker.)

Speaker: (Pushkar Aggarwal) Honourable ​Members, I warmly welcome you all

to the monsoon session of the Youth Parliament. I hope the session will be
extremely fruitful, as we sit to deliberate on important matters concerning the
nation.

OATH TAKING

Speaker: (Pushkar Aggarwal) The first item in the list of business, New
Members to take oath or affirmation. Secretary General, please.
Secretary General: (Kashvi Sehrawat) Somitra Bannerjee who stands elected
from Kolkata South constituency of West Bengal will now take oath or affirmation.

Speaker: (Pushkar Aggarwal) Sumitra Bannerjee please,

(Smitra Bannerjee proceeds to the right side, hands over the certificate of election
to the officer at the table.)

Secretary General: (Kashvi Sehrawat) Madam, would you like to take an Oath
or Affirmation?

Sumitra Bannerjee: (Ananya Gupta) Oath Please.

Secretary General: (Kashvi Sehrawat) In which language would you like to take
the Oath?

Sumitra Bannerjee: (Ananya Gupta) Hindi, Please.

(The Secretary General hands over a form of the oath to the member elect. The
Member turns towards the Speaker and takes the Oath.)

Sumitra Banerjee (Ananya Gupta): मै, समित्रा बनर्जी, जो यव ु ा संसद की सदस्या

निर्वाचित हुई हूँ, ईश्वर कि शपथ लेती हूँ कि विधि द्वारा स्थापित भारत के सम्विधान के
प्रति श्रद्धा रखग
ंु ी, दे श की प्रभस
ु त्ता और एक्ता को बनाये रखग ंु ी, तथा जिस पद को मै ग्रहन
करने वाली हूँ, उसके कर्तव्यों का श्रद्धा पर्व
ु क निर्वहन करूंगी ।

(Member returns the script to the Secretary General and moves to the Speaker’s
chair, shakes hands and comes to the left side of the Secretary General from behind
the chair of the Speaker, greets other members and they greet with thumping of the
desks. The Secretary General offers him a seat. The new member signs the Roll of
Members and goes back to his seat and greets the members on both sides of the
House).

Prime Minister: (Kanav Goel) माननिया महोदयI, सदन मे आपका स्वlगत है I

 OBITUARY REFERENCE

Speaker (Stands) (Pushkar Aggarwal) : Hon’able Members, with profound grief,

I have to inform the House about the sad demise of two of our former colleagues.

SHRI IQBAL AHMAD SARDAGI was a Member of the 13th and 14th Lok
Sabha representing the Gulbarga Parliamentary Constituency of Karnataka. Shri
Sardagi served as a member of the Committee on Railways, Committee on
Privileges, Committee on Estimates and Committee on Home Affairs. Shri Iqbal
Ahmad Sardagi passed away on 21st May 2024 in Kalburgi, Karnataka at the age
of 79 years.

SQUADRON LEADER (RETIRED) KAMAL CHAUDHRY was a Member of

the 8th, 9th, 10th and 12th Lok Sabha representing the Hoshiarpur Parliamentary
Constituency of Punjab. Shri Chaudhary served as a Chairperson of the Committee
on Public Undertakings and the Committee on Defence. He also served as a
member of the various Parliamentary Committees. Squadron Leader (Retired)
Kamal Chaudhary passed away on 25th June 2024 in New Delhi at the age of 76
years.

Prime Minister: (Kanav Goel): Sir, I rise to pay tribute to Shri Iqbal Ahmad
Sardagi and Squadron Leader (Retired) Kamal Chaudhry, two respected former
Members of Parliament. Shri Sardagi served the people of Gulbarga with
dedication, contributing meaningfully to several key committees. Squadron Leader
Chaudhry, a decorated Air Force officer and experienced parliamentarian from
Hoshiarpur, brought great insight to his role, especially as Chairperson of the
Defence and Public Undertakings Committees. On behalf of the Government and
this House, I offer heartfelt condolences to their families.

Opposition Leader: (Pranati Khattar): Sir, I join the House in mourning the
passing of Shri Iqbal Ahmad Sardagi and Squadron Leader (Retired) Kamal
Chaudhry. Shri Sardagi was a thoughtful and committed MP, known for his work
on parliamentary committees. Squadron Leader Chaudhry combined his military
and legislative experience to serve the nation with distinction. On behalf of my
party, I express our deepest sympathies to their bereaved families.
Speaker: (Pushkar Aggarwal) अब, यह सभा दवगत आत्मा क सम्मान म कछ दर क
लए मौन रहगी ।

(The Members then stand in silence for a short while.)

Speaker (Stands): (Pushkar): ऊ शात: शात: शात: ।

Speaker: (Pushkar) The Secretary General may please convey the message of
condolence to the bereaved family.

Secretary General: (Kashvi Sehrawat) Yes, Sir.

​ INTRODUCTION OF NEW MINISTERS TO THE HOUSE

Speaker: (Pushkar Aggarwal) The next item in the list of business is Introduction
of New Ministers, Prime Minister, please.

Prime Minister: (Kanav Goel) Honourable, Speaker Sir, I have the pleasure of
introducing to you, and through you, to the House, my colleagues, the New
Ministers.I thought that there would be an atmosphere of enthusiasm in the House
today because a large number of our women MPs have become ministers. I am
happy that our Dalit brothers and our scheduled tribe friends have become
ministers in large numbers.Hon’ble Speaker, it would be a pleasure to introduce
our fellow MPs in the House who are from agricultural and rural background,
belong to socio-economically backward class, OBC communities, and who have
been given a berth in the Council of Ministers in large numbers, and everybody
would have honored them by thumping the benches. But perhaps some people
cannot digest that more Dalits, women, OBC, farmers’ sons have become ministers
and they do not allow their introduction. Therefore, Hon’ble Speaker, the newly
appointed members of the cabinet should be considered as introduced in the Lok
Sabha.

(Muskan) - Minister for Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and
Homoeopathy (AYUSH)

(The Minister stands and greets the House. House greets back by thumping desks).

(-) - Minister for Food Processing Industries

(The Minister stands and greets the house. House greets back by thumping desks)

QUESTION HOUR

Speaker: (Pushkar Aggarwal) Now the Question hour begins.

Question no. 101

Speaker: (Pushkar Aggarwal) Question no. 101, Mr. Tamish , please.

Member: (Tamish) : Speaker Sir,

Will the Minister of EXTERNAL AFFAIRS be pleased to state :-

(a) the steps and initiatives taken by the Government to promote self-reliance in the
Global South, especially in mitigating economic vulnerabilities;

(b) whether the Government plans to expand its commitment to development

projects in foreign countries, if so, the details thereof and the manner in which
these projects address the current challenges;

Speaker:(Pushkar Aggarwal) Minister for External Affairs, please.

Minister for External Affairs : (Mr. Atharva Keswani)

Speaker Sir, in response to questions (a) and (b), India’s development assistance
aims to support the needs and aspirations of partner countries, contributing to their
overall economic development. The Government promotes self-reliance among
Global South nations by enhancing connectivity and economic linkages.

India undertakes a range of projects from large infrastructure to community-level

initiatives in sectors like digital, health, housing, environment, and education,
addressing key challenges faced by these countries. This assistance has helped
build essential infrastructure such as railways, roads, bridges, power facilities, and
border infrastructure.

Additionally, financial, budgetary, and humanitarian aid is provided to help partner

countries tackle economic challenges and natural disasters. Assistance is extended
through grants and lines of credit, based on mutual consultations and partner
country priorities.

Speaker: (Pushkar Aggarwal) Any supplementary questions?

Mr. Nakul sharma,please

Member: ( Nakul Sharma ) Speaker Sir,

Will the Minister be pleased to state :-

(a) whether the Government envision initiatives like digital delivery, promoting
green growth, and ensuring affordable health access that specifically benefit the
Global South for its international partnerships in this context and if so, the details
thereof and the role envisioned by the Government of India in this regard; and

(b) whether the Government plan to balance its commitment to the Global South
with the growing stress on the international economy and global society and if so,
the details thereof;

Speaker:(Pushkar Aggarwal) Minister for External Affairs, please.

Minister for External Affairs : (Mr. Atharva Keswani) Speaker sir, answering
for questions, let me clarify

((a) The Government is advancing initiatives like digital delivery, green growth,
and affordable healthcare to support the Global South. Through the ITEC
programme, digital capacity-building courses are offered to partner countries. India
is also promoting Digital Public Infrastructure such as UPI, Unique ID, and
DigiLocker to improve public service delivery.

In healthcare, projects include prefabricated health posts in Zambia, dialysis

machine supply to Nepal and The Gambia, renal unit upgrades, ENT hospitals, and
healthcare centers in Mauritius. These efforts also align with the Neighbourhood
First policy.

India supports green initiatives as a founding member of the International Solar

Alliance, Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure, and Global Biofuel
Alliance, and is funding several solar projects in Global South countries.
(b) The Government is committed to global cooperation, especially with the Global
South, to address shared economic and social challenges. The “Voice of Global
South Summit” (VOGSS) brings these countries together to deliberate on
development issues. A summary of the outcomes from the 2nd Summit (Nov 2023)
will be submitted to the Chair.

Question no. 102

Speaker: (Pushkar Aggarwal) Question no. 102 Ms. Pushti Saini, please

Member: (Ms.Pushti Saini) Speaker sir,

Will the Minister of Education be pleased to state:

(a) the total number of schools closed under merger in each State especially in
Odisha; and

(b) whether the children from such schools are admitted in other schools and the
measures that were taken by the Government so that affected children continue
their education?

Speaker: (Pushkar Aggarwal) Minister for Education please.

Minister for Education: (Aadya Singhal) Honourable speaker sir .

(a) : The data regarding the number of schools closed under

merger/consolidation/rationalization in each State, especially in Odisha, is
maintained by the respective State/Union Territory Government. The Government
of Odisha has consolidated 5975 satellite schools with lead schools.

(b) : The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act, 2009
provides children’s access to elementary schools within the defined area or limits
of the neighborhood. In pursuance of Section 6 of the RTE Act, all States have
notified area or limits of their neighborhood norms. In addition, Section 8 of the
RTE Act, 2009 also mandates that the appropriate government shall provide free
and compulsory elementary education to every child and will ensure availability of
neighborhood schools. Under the Centrally Sponsored Scheme of Samagra
Shiksha, States are supported for ensuring access of all children affected due to
consolidation/rationalization of schools to a fully functional neighborhood school
and to consolidate the resources to improve quality of education and to ensure
retention. Transport/escort facilities for these children are also supported.

Speaker: (Pushkar Aggarwal) Any supplementary questions, please.

(Members raise their hands).

Speaker: (Pushkar Aggarwal) Ms Kavya, please

Member: (Ms Kavya) Speaker sir,

Will the Minister of Education be pleased to state:

(a)​the time by when the Indian Council of Social Science Research institutes
are likely to be accorded Seventh Pay Commission benefits and the expected
annual budgetary burden; and
(b)​whether the ICSSR is using its power to grant approval of posts, recruitment
and clearances to the autonomy of this institution in Uttar Pradesh and if so,
the details thereof?

Speaker: (Pushkar Aggarwal) Minister of Education , please

Minister for Education: (Aadya Singhal) In order to promote social science

research in India, 24 Research Institutes across India, created either by a group of
individuals under the Societies Registration Act, 1860, or as a public trust, or
created by an Act of State Legislature, are being assisted through grant-in-aid by
the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), Delhi under the “Rules of
Grants-in-aid to Societies and Institutions doing Research in the field of Social
Sciences, 1971” revised from time to time provided that they fulfill all procedures
and conditions laid down in the aforementioned rules.

Accordingly, a committee has been constituted to examine the applicability of the

7th Central Pay Commission recommendations to these Research Institutes. As of
July 2025, the benefits have been approved for 14 institutes, with an estimated
annual budgetary burden of ₹18.7 crore.

ICSSR does not intervene in the autonomy of the Research Institutes funded by it.
Speaker: (Pushkar Aggarwal) Any supplementary questions, please.

(No members from any side raise their hand.)

Question no. 103

Speaker: (Pushkar Aggarwal) Seeing none we proceed further, Question no. 103.
Ms. Avni, please.

Member: (Avni) Hon’ble Speaker, the severe air pollution crisis in Delhi has
reached alarming levels, making it one of the worst globally. The adverse effects
on public health, education, and the rapid climate changes due to increased fossil
fuel emissions are deeply concerning. Despite the Air (Prevention and Control of
Pollution) Act of 1981 and its subsequent amendments, enforcement remains weak,
and pollution continues to rise. Notably, on November 7, 2023, air pollution levels
in Delhi-NCR surged dramatically due to stubble burning in neighboring states. In
light of these pressing issues, will the Hon’ble Minister of Environment, Forests,
and Climate Change please inform us:

1. What immediate and long-term strategies is the ministry planning to address

this severe pollution crisis effectively?

2. Will the ministry consider revising the existing regulations or introducing new
measures to ensure better enforcement and tangible results?

Speaker: (Pushkar Aggarwal) Minister for Environment, please.

Minister for Environment: (Ms. Kaashvi Singhal)

Hon’ble Speaker,

The Ministry is deeply committed to addressing Delhi's severe air pollution crisis
through a combination of immediate and long-term strategies. We are strictly
enforcing the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), promoting electric vehicles
(EVs), and enhancing real-time air quality monitoring. Under the National Clean
Air Program (NCAP), we aim to reduce particulate matter levels by 40% by 2026,
with comprehensive plans for 131 non-attainment cities, including Delhi. AI-based
monitoring tools with IIT Kanpur to improve tracking and enforcement.
Collaborations with institutions like IIT Kanpur, supported by the Clean Air Fund,
are enabling innovative solutions to identify and mitigate pollution sources.
Additionally, the nationwide rollout of BS-VI fuel standards is expected to
significantly reduce vehicular emissions. We are continuously revising existing
regulations to ensure stricter enforcement and exploring new legislative measures
to address challenges such as stubble burning through sustainable agricultural
practices. These steps demonstrate our commitment to protecting the environment
and ensuring sustainable development for future generations.

Speaker: (Pushkar Aggarwal) Any supplementary questions, please.

(No members from any side raise their hand).

QUESTION no. 104

Speaker (Pushkar Aggarwal): Question no. 104, Ms. Nimisha , please.

Member (Nimisha): आदरणीय महोदय, संस्कृति मंत्रालय भारत की कला और विरासत

के संरक्षण में अहम भमि
ू का निभाता है ।

मेरा पहला प्रश्न है : कौन-सी आगामी परियोजनाओं के तहत आप भारत की पारं परिक
कठपत ु ली कला जैसे मर्त ू कला रूपों को संरक्षित और प्रोत्साहित करने की योजना बना रहे
हैं?

दस
ू रा प्रश्न: अमर्त
ू कला रूपों के क्षेत्र में , विशेष रूप से संकट के समय लेखकों और
कलाकारों को वित्तीय सहायता प्रदान करने के लिए मंत्रालय ने अब तक क्या ठोस कदम
उठाए हैं और आगे क्या योजनाएँ हैं?

Speaker:(Pushkar Aggarwal) Minister for Culture, please.

Minister of Culture: (Iha Ahuja)

आदरणीय महोदय

कठपत ु ली जैसी पारं परिक मर्तू कला के संरक्षण के लिए मंत्रालय "लोक विरासत उत्सव"
और "गरु ु -शिष्य परं परा" जैसी योजनाओं के माध्यम से दे शभर में कलाकारों को मंच और
प्रशिक्षण उपलब्ध करवा रहा है । साथ ही, डिजिटल दस्तावेजीकरण से इन कलाओं को यव ु ा
पीढ़ी से जोड़ा जा रहा है । भारत में कठपत
ु ली की विविध शैलियों के संरक्षण हे तु मंत्रालय
वित्तीय सहायता और 'राष्ट्रीय संस्कृति महोत्सव' जैसे कार्यक्रमों के माध्यम से कलाकारों
को व्यापक मंच प्रदान करता है ।

अमर्त
ू कला के क्षेत्र में , लेखकों और कलाकारों को आर्थिक सरु क्षा दे ने के लिए छात्रवत्ति
ृ याँ
(SYA) , कला प्रदर्शन अनद ु ान योजना तथा सांस्कृतिक समारोह और उत्पादन अनद ु ान
(CFPG) जैसे कार्यक्रम संचालित हैं। संकट के समय विशेष राहत पैकेज और स्थायी
सहायता कोष के माध्यम से भी सहायता दी जाती है । इन प्रयासों का लक्ष्य हमारे कलाकारों
को सरु क्षित, समर्थ और सज ृ नशील बनाए रखना है ।

Speaker: (Pushkar Aggarwal) Any supplementary questions, please.

(No members from any side raise their hand).

Question no. 105

Speaker (Pushkar Aggarwal): Question 105, Ms. Sarisha please.

Member: (Sarisha) Honorable speaker sir, will the Minister of Finance be pleased
to state:

(a) whether the Government proposes ‘One Nation-One Ombudsman’ with one
portal, one email and one address for the customers to lodge their complaints;

(b) the other remedial steps being taken by the Government for safety and security
of retail investors?

Speaker: (Pushkar Aggarwal) Minister for Finance, please.

Minister for Finance: (Vaishnavi Malhotra) : Honorable Speaker Sir

(a) The Reserve Bank - Integrated Ombudsman Scheme, 2021 was launched on
November 12, 2021. The Scheme integrates the erstwhile three Ombudsman
schemes of RBI into one scheme. The Scheme adopts the ‘One Nation One
Ombudsman’ approach by making the RBI Ombudsman mechanism jurisdiction
neutral. It will no longer be necessary for the complainant to identify a scheme,
under which she/he would file a complaint with the Ombudsman. Scheme will
provide cost-free redress of customer complaints involving deficiency in service
rendered by regulated entities.
(b): To protect the interests of retail investors, SEBI has taken following recent
steps which inter-alia include:- (i) SEBI has put in place a system of Online
Dispute Resolution to streamline process of resolution of investor grievance; (ii)
SEBI has instituted a mechanism for the Stock Brokers/Clearing Members to
upstream and lien all the clients’ clear credit balances to the clearing corporations
of the stock exchanges daily after market closes, on End of Day basis. Such
up-streaming provides for a robust safe-guard against any mis-utilization of client
funds by market intermediaries. (iii) SEBI introduced a centralized mechanism for
reporting and verification in case of the demise of an investor for ease of transfer
of securities to the nominees.

Speaker: (Pushkar Aggarwal) Now the question hour is over and Zero-hour
begins.

(Speaker exits and Deputy Speaker takes place of the Speaker)

Zero hour

Deputy Speaker:(Priyal Jain) Ms. Deeva please.

Member: (Deeva):- Honourable speaker madam, I would like to gather the

attention of the house regarding the inadequate infrastructure, ongoing public
health crisis and disparities in healthcare access and affordability which are often
making headlines even after the ministry is allocated a large amount of funds by
the government .

Will the minister of health and family welfare be pleased to state :

How will the ministry plan to strategically remove these obstacles in their
jurisdiction ?

Deputy Speaker:(Priyal Jain) Minister of Health and Family Welfare, please.

Minister of Health & family welfare (Havisha Nihalini):- Honourable speaker

madam,

The Ministry has implemented a comprehensive plan to address key issues.

Investments in rural healthcare infrastructure continue alongside public health
awareness campaigns focusing on digital health, nutrition, and disease prevention.
India's 2025 infant mortality rate is 24.5 per 1,000 live births, marking a 5.1%
decrease from 2024. Initiatives such as Ayushman Bharat, the National Health
Mission, and Mission Indradhanush aim to achieve Universal Health Coverage by
providing health insurance, quality healthcare, and immunization to millions. The
Ministry remains committed to overcoming health sector challenges through
strategic policies and collaborative efforts to ensure accessible, affordable, and
quality healthcare for all Indians in 2024 and beyond.

Deputy Speaker:(Priyal Jain) Ms. Kavya, please.

Member: (Kavya maheshwari) माननीय अध्यक्ष महोदया

मैं आज एक अत्यंत महत्वपर्ण ू विषय पर बात करने के लिए खड़ी हुई हूं । हमारे महान
राष्ट्र, भारत में पर्यटन की स्थिति। भारत में पर्यटन क्षेत्र की वर्तमान स्थिति और उसके
उत्थान से संबधि ं त मद् ु दों को ध्यान में रखते हुए मेरे पास पर्यटन मंत्रालय के लिए कई
महत्वपर्ण ू प्रश्न हैं। सरु क्षा और वहनीयता किसी भी यात्री के लिए अतिविशिष्ट कारक है ।
धोकाधड़ी, लट ू पाट, और दर्व्य ु वहार की बढ़ती घटनाओं ने पर्यटकों को हमारे दे श के कई
हिस्सों में जाने से बधित किया है । विदे शी पर्यटकों, विशेषकर अकेले सफ़र करने वाले व
महिला यात्रियों द्वारा कई भाषाई व सांस्कृतिक बाधाओ का सामना किया जाता है , इन
सभी विषमताओ को दरू करने हे तू क्या पहल किया जा रहा है ? क्या इन सभी पर्यटकों को
सनि
ु श्चित वातावरण प्रदान करने के लिए स्थानीय निगम व कानन ू लागू किये गए है ?

Deputy Speaker:(Priyal Jain) Minister of Tourism, please.

Minister of Tourism:(Dhruv) माननीय अध्यक्ष महोदया

पर्यटन मंत्रालय ने इन चिंताओं को दरू करने के लिए कई उपाय किए हैं। इन पहलों में
शामिल हैं:

1) लोकप्रिय पर्यटन स्थलों में एक समर्पित पर्यटक पलि

ु स बल की शरू
ु आत। इन
अधिकारियों को पर्यटकों की सहायता करने और उनकी सरु क्षा चिंताओं को दरू करने के
लिए प्रशिक्षित किया जाता है ।

2) 24/7 बहुभाषी पर्यटक हे ल्पलाइन की स्थापना जो विभिन्न भाषाओं में यात्रियों की

सहायता करती है , जिससे भाषाई बाधाएं दरू होती हैं। हां, पर्यटन मंत्रालय पर्यटकों की
सरु क्षा बढ़ाने के लिए स्थानीय कानन
ू प्रवर्तन एजेंसियों के साथ सक्रिय रूप से सहयोग
करता है । इन सहयोगों में शामिल हैं: निर्बाध सरु क्षा कवर सनि
ु श्चित करने के लिए पर्यटन
अधिकारियों और स्थानीय पलि ु स के बीच संयक् ु त गश्त और नियमित समन्वय बैठकें। ये
कदम भारत को सभी यात्रियों के लिए एक सरु क्षित और अधिक स्वागत योग्य गंतव्य
बनाने की मंत्रालय की व्यापक रणनीति का हिस्सा हैं।

Deputy Speaker:(Priyal Jain) Next question Ms. Girisha Kapoor, please.

Member: (Girisha Kapoor) Speaker Madam, Despite being launched in 2009,

Mission Vatsalya has failed to yield desired outcomes. As a result, the mission's
impact on the lives of vulnerable children has been limited, leaving many without
access to essential support and services. Will the minister of women and child
development be pleased to share the current impact of the mission vatsalya,
including the number of children benefited, institutions established, and more
about the programs conducted?

Deputy Speaker:(Priyal Jain) Minister for Women and Child Development,

please.

Minister of Women and Child Development: (Akshara Singh) Honorable

Speaker Madam, the Ministry of Women and Child Development is actively
engaged in the implementation of 'Mission Vatsalya'. With a substantial budget
allocation of 1472.17 Crore for the fiscal year 2024-25, the ministry's goal is to
create a nurturing environment that supports children through various
developmental stages. Noteworthy achievements include the adoption of 42,814
children and the successful location of 19,236 missing children. Child Care
Institutions play a crucial role by providing education, vocational training,
healthcare, and counseling services. Additionally, the ministry has conducted
outreach programs and workshops focusing on key acts like the Juvenile Justice
Act, 2015, and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012. The
minister's impassioned plea emphasizes the collective responsibility to safeguard
and provide opportunities for every woman and child, underscoring their safety and
well-being.

Deputy Speaker:(Priyal Jain) Next question, Ms. Suhani Advani, please.

Member: Ms. (Suhani Advani) Madam speaker, The misuse of social media by
influencers posing a threat to national security. A vlogger from Haryana was
recently arrested for leaking sensitive information under the Official Secrets Act
and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.This highlights a serious gap in digital security, as
platforms like instagram are being used for espionage, radicalisation, and
influencing viewers in the wrong way. Will the minister of Information and
Broadcasting be pleased to state what steps the ministry is willing to take in order
to curb influencer-driven propaganda and prevent future information leaks?

Deputy Speaker:(Priyal Jain) Honourable Minister, please.

Minister of Information and Broadcasting: (Chintan Ahuja)

Madam Speaker, the concern raised by the Hon’ble Member is both serious and
timely. The misuse of social media platforms by certain influencers for leaking
sensitive information or spreading misleading narratives is a growing threat to
national security. In response, the Ministry, in coordination with the Ministry of
Home Affairs and the Ministry of Electronics and IT, is strengthening digital
surveillance and ensuring swift action against such individuals under relevant laws
including the Official Secrets Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

We are also working closely with social media platforms to ensure compliance
with the IT Rules, 2021, and making them more accountable for harmful content.
A regulatory framework is being discussed to mandate proper identification and
registration of high-reach influencers. Furthermore, nationwide awareness
campaigns are being launched to educate citizens on digital safety and
misinformation.

Let me assure this House that the Government is fully committed to safeguarding
national security and will take all necessary steps to prevent the misuse of digital
platforms.

Deputy Speaker:(Priyal Jain) Next question, Ms.Sarisha, please.

Member: (Sarisha): Madam Speaker, given the allocations and priorities in the
Interim Budget 2024-25, could the Ministry of Rural Development explain why
there are still significant problems in developing employment and infrastructure in
rural areas? Despite increased budget allocations, many rural areas continue to
struggle. What concrete measures are being taken to ensure that the allocated funds
lead to tangible improvements on the ground, especially with regard to the Pradhan
Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) and MGNREGA, and how does the
Ministry plan to address the gaps in the implementation and monitoring of these
programs to ensure that they achieve the intended objectives?

Deputy Speaker:(Priyal Jain) Honourable Minister, please.

Minister of Rural Development (Nidhyana Sethi):

Honourable Madam Speaker, In the Interim Budget 2025-26, ₹1.35 lakh crore has
been allocated to the Ministry of Rural Development, marking a 12% increase over
the previous year. ₹40,000 crore has been allocated for Pradhan Mantri Gram
Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) and ₹65,000 crore for Mahatma Gandhi National Rural
Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGA). Still, challenges such as high
unemployment and inadequate infrastructure persist in some rural areas To address
this problem, the Ministry has taken several concrete steps. These include better
monitoring mechanisms, effective disbursal of funds through Direct Benefit
Transfer (DBT) and capacity building of Gram Panchayats. Under PMGSY, we
aim to build 12,000 kilometers of new roads, which will help connect remote areas.
Under MGNREGA, we aim to employ more than 62 lakh households. These
efforts will ensure that the allocated funds are used correctly and effectively and
improvements are visible on the ground.

Deputy Speaker:- Next question. Ms. Sayma please.

Member(Sayma):- Madam Speaker, the recent matter concerning Tata

Consultancy Service entails the "systematic coercion" of over 2,000 employees to
relocate to different cities without adequate notice or consultation, resulting in
significant hardship for them and their families. Would the Minister of Labour and
Employment kindly inform this house:

1. What steps have been taken to address this matter?

2. What new directives does the ministry plan to introduce to prevent such
occurrences in the future?

Deputy Speaker:(Priyal Jain) Minister of Labour and Employment please.

Minister of Labor and Employment (Atharva Nagpal):

Madam Speaker,

Subsequent to a formal grievance filed by the Nascent Information Technology

Employees Senate (NITES), the Maharashtra Labour Department promptly issued
a notice to Tata Consultancy Service. A meeting was convened on January 18th,
bringing together representatives from NITES, TCS management, and the labour
department. During this session, the imperative for TCS to uphold equitable labour
practices was stressed, with a particular emphasis on the transparent and ethical
handling of employee transfers. TCS remains under investigation to determine
compliance with labour laws regarding their transfer policies. If any infractions are
substantiated, appropriate actions will be taken against TCS. I assure this esteemed
House that our foremost objective and utmost priority are to safeguard the rights of
all employees.

Deputy Speaker(Priyal Jain) :- Next question. Suhani Khairwal please.

Member (Suhani Kahirwal): Honourable Madam Speaker, the implementation of

FASTag has been marred by severe operational failures, resulting in unacceptable
delays and congestion at toll plazas.

What concrete steps is the Minister for Road Transport and Highways taking to
upgrade the infrastructure and technology at these toll plazas to eliminate scanner
malfunctions and network connectivity issues that lead to erroneous deductions
from users' accounts? The current situation is intolerable and demands immediate
action!?

Deputy Speaker:(Priyal Jain) Minister of Road Transport and Highways please.

Minister of Road Transport and Highways :(Shambhavi Jain)-Honourable

Speaker Madam, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is actively
addressing operational challenges with FASTag implementation by upgrading
scanner technology and improving network connectivity at toll plazas. The NHAI
has recently introduced stricter IT standards, requiring the testing and certification
of equipment by the STQC Directorate, before deployment. This ensures reliable
performance of components like RFID readers and toll plaza servers.

Additionally, we are deploying engineers for monitoring the infrastructure and

improving training programs for toll plaza staff. These measures aim to ensure
smoother toll collection nationwide.

Deputy Speaker:(Priyal Jain) Next question, Ms. Vijul, please.

Member:(Vijul)-Madam Speaker, Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, in light of

the alarming mental health crisis among India's youth, where suicide is the leading
cause of death, anxiety and depression affect over 50% of young people, and
mental health issues have surged by 35% in just a year, what concrete steps has the
ministry taken to address this critical issue, given the stark reality that only 1.3% of
the the government's health expenditure goes towards mental health?

Deputy Speaker:(Priyal Jain) Minister of Youth affairs and sports, please.

Minister of Youth affairs and sports :(Ahana Chawla)- Speaker Madam, The
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has taken a comprehensive approach to
promote mental health and well-being among youth. The Ministry has allocated
₹165 crore towards mental health initiatives under the National Youth Policy and
Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram (RKSK). 200 mental health support centers
have been established across colleges nationwide. We have also established school
and college mental health programs, youth counseling services, and awareness
campaigns to reduce stigma and encourage help-seeking behavior. Additionally, we
have collaborated with NGOs and provided training and capacity building for
mental health professionals, teachers, and youth workers. We are committed to
ensuring the mental health and well-being of our young people and empowering
them to reach their full potential.

Deputy Speaker:(Priyal Jain) Next question Ms. Banee K Singh, please.

Member(Banne K Singh): Madam speaker, During the heavy monsoon rains, our
cities are plagued by severe waterlogging and flooding, which in turn contaminates
drinking water sources. This negligence has caused outbreaks of waterborne
diseases, severely compromising access to safe water and sanitation. According to
recent reports, over 70% of urban areas experienced water logging in the last
monsoon, leading to a 30% increase in cases of cholera and other waterborne
diseases. In the past year alone, nearly 1.5 million people have been affected by
these floods, with thousands hospitalized due to contaminated water.

Will the Minister for Drinking Water and Sanitation be pleased to state what
concrete initiatives the ministry has taken to address these challenges caused by
floods? It is high time the ministry stopped paying lip service and started
implementing real, effective solutions to this recurring crisis.

Deputy Speaker:(Priyal Jain) Minister of Drinking Water & Sanitation, please.

Minister of Drinking Water & Sanitation(Kyera):

Honourable Speaker Madam,

I stand before you to outline our ministry's dedicated efforts in tackling the
challenges posed by floods, particularly in ensuring safe drinking water and
sanitation. The Jal Jeevan Mission is a cornerstone of our strategy, focusing on the
sustainability of water sources, rainwater harvesting, and greywater
management—essential during flood events. The Jal Jeevan Mission remains our
cornerstone strategy, with a revised allocation of ₹1.55 lakh crore for 2025–26.
Emergency water kits have been deployed in 154 flood-prone districts, and recent
efforts have led to a 45% reduction in cholera outbreaks compared to the previous
year. Additionally, we are implementing vector control programs to prevent
waterborne diseases which are prevalent during such crises. These programs
include regular fumigation, distribution of insecticide-treated bed nets, and
community awareness campaigns. In conclusion, the safety and well-being of our
citizens remain our utmost priority. We will continue to innovate and engage
communities to foster a healthier nation.

Deputy Speaker:(Priyal Jain) Now the Zero hour is over.

BREACH OF PRIVILEGE

(Member of Treasury takes permission from Mr. Deputy Speaker)

Deputy Speaker: (Priyal Jain) Yes, Ms. Radhika Sharma.

Ms. Radhika Sharma: (Mannat Sharma) Honourable Madam, I wish to raise a
serious breach of privilege by Mrs. Gupta. She made remarks regarding the office
of the Honourable President that are considered disrespectful and misleading.
Several MPs have filed a privilege notice against her, stating that such comments
undermine the dignity and neutrality of the President’s office.

I seek your permission to formally raise this matter in the House for appropriate
action.

Deputy Speaker: (Priyal Jain) Ms. Radhika Sharma, have you given prior notice
of this matter? You may give due notice and I shall consider it.

Ms. Radhika Sharma: (Mannat Sharma) Honourable Madam, I have already

submitted the notice at 9:00 AM today.

Deputy Speaker: (Priyal Jain): Then. It shall be examined as per rules, and once
the matter comes to me, I will consider it and inform you of my decision.

THE PAPERS TO BE LAID ON THE TABLE

Deputy Speaker:(Priyal Jain) Now Papers to be laid on the Table of the House.

Ms. Kanishka Negi, Minister for Railways please.

Minister for Railways (Kanishka Negi): Sir, I beg to lay on the Table A copy
each of the following papers (Hindi and English versions) under clause (3) of
Article 77 of the Constitution of India:
1.​ Notification No. G.S.R. 757(E), dated the 9th December, 2024, publishing
The Vice Chairperson (Selection and Appointment) Amendment Rules, 2024.
2.​ A statement (Hindi and English versions) showing the reasons for the delay
in laying the above paper.
Deputy Speaker:(Priyal Jain) Ms. Sanvi Jain Minister for Coal and Mines, please
lay the paper on the table of the House.
Minister for Coal and Mines (Sanvi Jain): Sir, I beg to lay on the Table Copies
(Hindi and English versions) of the following papers under clause (3) of Article 77
of the Constitution:
(I) S.O. 4819(E), dated 6th November, 2024, published in the Gazette of India,
declaring parts of the offshore area, with boundary coordinates, available for grant
of composite licence.
(ii) S.O. 4561(E), dated 17th October, 2024, published in the Gazette of India,
notifying M/s Envirogreen Consultants (India) Private Limited as a “Category ‘A’
Exploration Agency”.

MESSAGE FROM UPPER CHAMBER OF YOUTH PARLIAMENT

Deputy Speaker:(Priyal Jain) The next item in the list of business is a message
from the upper chamber of Youth Parliament.The Secretary General, to report a
message from the upper chamber of the youth parliament, Secretary General
please.

Secretary General:(Kashvi Sehrawat) Madam, I have to report the following

message received from the Secretary General of the upper chamber of the Youth
Parliament. In accordance with provisions of rule 109 of procedure and conduct of
business in the upper chamber of the Youth Parliament, I am directed to enclose a
copy of the bill on Finance 2024 which has been passed by the upper chamber as
its sitting held on 24 July 2024.

Deputy Speaker:(Priyal Jain) Secretary General to lay on the Table a copy of the
bill passed by the Upper Chamber.

Secretary General: (Kashvi Sehrawat) Madam, I lay on the Table of the house
the bill on Finance 2024 as passed by the upper chamber.

INTRODUCTION OF FOREIGN DELEGATES

Deputy Speaker:(Priyal Jain) Honourable members, On my own behalf and on

behalf of the members of the house, I have great pleasure in extending our warm
welcome to the honorable members of the UK Parliamentary delegation who are
on a visit to India as our honorable guests. The members of the delegation are:

Minister of Home Affairs: Ms. Marie Cleverly (-)

Minister of Health: Ms. Linda Thomas-Greenfield (Tarushi).

Minister of Education: Ms. Wendy Abbot (Angel).

It is a very high-power delegation. It arrived on Sunday 7 August, 2025. They are

now seated in the Special Box. We wish them a happy and fruitful stay in our
country. I would also like to convey to our guests our warm greetings and very best
wishes through them to His Majesty the King of the United Kingdom, the Prime
Minister, the British Parliament, the Government and the friendly people of Great
Britain.

CALLING ATTENTION MOTION

Speaker:(Pushkar Aggarwal) Now we take up the Calling Attention Motion.

Honorable members. Ms Pranati Khattar, the Leader of Opposition and Ms Kashvi

Sharma Member, will call the attention of the Prime Minister and the Minister of
Home affairs towards

Speaker:(Pushkar Aggarwal): Madam Leader of the Opposition, please.

Leader of Opposition (Pranati Khattar): Honourable Speaker,

I rise to draw the urgent attention of the Hon’ble Prime Minister to the devastating
flood crisis that has gripped North India — particularly Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and
Assam — displacing over 10 lakh citizens and causing irreparable damage to lives,
homes, crops, and livelihoods.

Despite early warnings, the response on the ground has been alarmingly slow.
Reports indicate that the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) was delayed in
reaching several critical areas. Relief camps remain overcrowded, under-resourced,
and ill-equipped to handle the scale of this humanitarian disaster. Meanwhile,
climate experts continue to flag the glaring failures in the planning, maintenance,
and execution of flood-control infrastructure — warnings that have repeatedly been
ignored.

In light of this colossal failure of preparedness, I ask the Hon’ble Prime Minister:

Why was the disaster response so delayed despite clear forecasts?

What immediate steps is the Government taking to ensure adequate relief and
dignified rehabilitation for the displaced?

Will farmers — whose crops and livestock have been wiped out — receive timely
compensation, or will they once again be left to suffer in silence?

The people deserve not sympathy, but accountability — and urgent, decisive
action.

Speaker (Pushkar Aggarwal): The Prime Minister please.

Prime Minister: (Kanav Goel): Hon’ble Speaker, the Government is actively

monitoring the flood situation in several northern states and is ensuring a swift and
coordinated response. Over 115 NDRF teams have been deployed, and hundreds of
relief camps are operational to provide necessary support to affected citizens.

We are strengthening early warning systems and expanding real-time flood

forecasting across vulnerable regions. Projects to improve embankments and
drainage infrastructure are being expedited under the Jal Shakti Ministry.

Farmers who have lost crops and livestock are being supported through the State
Disaster Response Fund, and over ₹1,200 crore in crop insurance claims under the
PM Fasal Bima Yojana are being processed on priority.

This Government does not believe in reacting after loss — we believe in preparing
before it. Let me assure the House and the nation: we will stand by every citizen
affected by this calamity, and we will build a safer, stronger, and more resilient
India.

Speaker (Pushkar Aggarwal): Ms. Kaashvi Sharma , please.

Member (Kaashvi Sharma) : Respected Speaker, I beg to call the attention of the
Minister of Defence to the rising threat of cross-border terrorism and the recent
designation of The Resistance Front (TRF) by the U.S. as a foreign terrorist
organisation, following the Pahalgam attack that killed 26. TRF, linked to
Lashkar-e-Taiba, reflects how terror outfits are rebranding to evade scrutiny while
continuing operations.I would like to ask the Honourable Minister: What steps has
the Ministry taken towards identifying breeding terrorist groups emerging from a
bigger terror organization ?

Opposition Bench: Shame , Shame

Speaker (Pushkar Aggarwal): Maintain the decorum, please.

Minister of Defence, please.

Minister of Defence (Anshika Aggarwal):

LEGISLATIVE BUSINESS

Speaker:(Pushkar Aggarwal) Now, we take up the legislative business.

Honourable Minister of Civil Aviation, Shrimati Vidya Khetri to introduce the Bill.

Minister of Civil Aviation ( Ishita ): Ma’am, I beg to move for leave to introduce
The Protection of Interests in Aircraft Objects Bill, 2025.
Speaker:(Pushkar Aggarwal) The question is that leave be granted to the
Minister of Civil Aviation to introduce ‘The Protection of Interests in Aircraft
Objects Bill, 2025.’
Those in favor will say 'Aye',
Those against it will say 'No’.
Speaker (Pushkar Aggarwal): "The Noes have it, the Noes have it, the Noes have
it.
Speaker:(Pushkar Aggarwal) 'leave is not granted".

INTRODUCING BILL
Speaker (Pushkar Aggarwal): The House will take up consideration of
‘Anti-Cyberbullying and Data Protection Bill, 2025’
The Minister, please.

Minister (Ridhima) : Honourable Sir, I beg to move the Anti-Cyberbullying and

Data Protection Bill, 2025: The Bill will provide a comprehensive framework for
preventing and mitigating cyberbullying, protecting personal data, and promoting
online safety. With a view to create a safe and secure online environment, and
detailing the penal provisions in case of cyberbullying and data breaches. The
proposed bill establishes a foundation that provides high-level strategic direction
for protecting individuals from cyberbullying and ensuring the security of their
personal data. Salient features of some of the important provisions of the Bill are as
follows:

1.1 The Bill provides for the establishment of a robust data protection framework
to safeguard personal data, including provisions for data collection, storage, and
processing, and ensuring that individuals' rights are protected.

1.2 The Bill will establish the National Cyberbullying Prevention and Response
Center, an apex body to provide support and resources for victims of
cyberbullying, and to coordinate response efforts, at a total estimated cost of Rs
10,000 crore during five years (2025-2030).

1.3 The Act entrusts the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology to be
the administrative department of the National Cyberbullying Prevention and
Response Center, which will have a governing board consisting of cyber-security
experts, law enforcement officials, and professionals across relevant disciplines.

1.4 This bill will enhance online safety with advanced technologies capable of
analyzing vast amounts of data to identify potential cyberbullying incidents and
provide real-time support to victims.

1.5 This bill adopts a victim-centric approach that prioritizes the needs and safety
of individuals affected by cyberbullying, providing them with support, counseling,
and legal assistance.
1.6 The Bill focuses on creating a framework that encourages collaboration
between government agencies, online platforms, and civil society organizations to
prevent and respond to cyberbullying, and promote a culture of online safety and
responsibility.

1.7 The Bill assists in setting up a cybersecurity infrastructure and environment

that is conducive to protecting individuals from cyberbullying and ensuring the
security of their personal data, with a specific focus on emerging cyber threats and
online safety.

Madam Speaker, I am confident that all present honorable members of this House,
irrespective of party affiliation, will welcome the Bill wholeheartedly. With these
words, I move that the Anti-Cyberbullying and Data Protection Bill, 2025, be taken
into consideration.

Speaker (Pushkar Aggarwal): Ms. Anshika please.

Opposition (Anshika Goel) : Speaker Sir, can the honourable minister explain
how the Anti-Cyberbullying and Data Protection Bill, 2025, ensures accountability
and transparency in handling personal data? What measures prevent misuse? How
will the budget of Rs 10,000 crore be utilized effectively?

Speaker (Pushkar Aggarwal): Honourable Minister please.

Minister (Ridhima): Honourable Speaker Sir, the Bill adopts a victim-centric
approach, providing counseling, legal aid, and helplines through dedicated portals
and outreach programs. We'll invest in training for support service providers and
law enforcement officials. The Bill ensures accountability and transparency
through registration, audits, and grievance redressal. We'll implement data
encryption and impose penalties for misuse. The National Cyberbullying
Prevention and Response Center will publish annual reports and undergo judicial
review. The Rs 10,000 crore budget will be allocated towards infrastructure,
capacity building, and public awareness, with a detailed breakdown available to the
public.
Speaker (Pushkar Aggarwal): Ms. Harshaplease.
Opposition (Harsha Gupta) : Speaker Sir, can the honourable minister elaborate
on the support services for cyberbullying victims, including counseling and legal
aid? How will these services be made accessible, especially for vulnerable
populations? What training will be provided to support service providers and law
enforcement officials?

Speaker (Pushkar Aggarwal): Honourable Minister please.

Minister (Ridhima): Speaker Sir, the Bill adopts a victim-centric approach,
prioritizing the needs and safety of individuals affected by cyberbullying. We'll
provide a range of services, including counseling, legal assistance, and helplines,
accessible through dedicated portals and outreach programs. This will ensure that
vulnerable populations, such as children and women, can easily access these
services. Additionally, we'll invest in training and capacity-building programs for
support service providers and law enforcement officials to respond effectively to
incidents. Our goal is to create a safe and supportive environment for all victims of
cyberbullying.

Speaker (Pushkar Aggarwal): Motion moved, The question is

Anti-Cyberbullying and Data Protection Bill, 2025 which focuses on establishment
of a comprehensive cyber-security infrastructure within the defense sector to
protect against cyber threats and ensure the security of critical defense systems be
passed.
Those who are in favor will please say Aye.
(The majority of members say Aye)
Those against it may please say ‘No’
(The majority of member say ‘No’)
I think the Ayes have it, the Ayes have it, the Ayes have it. The motion is adopted.
The bill is passed.

Speaker (Pushkar Aggarwal): The house is adjourned to meet again tomorrow at

11.00 a.m.