Vijayvargiya clashes with opposition over Adani during MP budget Session:CM apologises, Singhar questions laadli bahna registrations

Thursday marked the fourth day of the Madhya Pradesh Assembly’s Budget Session. Before proceedings began, Congress MLAs staged a protest outside the House by beating metal plates. Leader of the Opposition Umang Singhar described the Budget as disappointing for the common people, calling it “khayali pulao” (a fanciful dream). As soon as the House convened, the Opposition continued its protest. Amid the uproar, Speaker Narendra Singh Tomar called upon Congress MLA Rajendra Bharti to raise the next question, but due to the noise he was unable to do so. Fundelal Marko was then called, yet the disruption persisted. With the order not restored, the Speaker adjourned proceedings for five minutes. During this time, Congress MLAs entered the well of the House and continued raising slogans. Indore water deaths trigger heated exchange When proceedings resumed, Umang Singhar described the Indore incident not as an accident but as murder, and demanded the resignation of the concerned ministers, Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya, Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla, Indore MP Shankar Lalwani and Indore Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargav. The Assembly witnessed intense disruption over deaths allegedly caused by contaminated water in the Bhagirathpura area of Indore. Singhar reiterated his demand for ministerial resignations. Speaker Narendra Singh Tomar stated that the matter is sub judice and that discussing it in detail could amount to contempt of court. Panchayat Minister Prahlad Patel suggested that instead of debating the issue in the House, it would be better to hold a separate meeting with the concerned minister. Former Speaker Sita Sharan Sharma also observed that discussion would be inappropriate while the case remains before the court. Responding to the issue, Deputy Chief Minister and Health Minister Rajendra Shukla stated that between 21 and 29 December, after diarrhoea spread, the situation worsened. He said that the families of 22 deceased persons had been given ₹2 lakh each as relief. Singhar, however, claimed the death toll was 35 and demanded compensation for all victims, along with fixing responsibility on the ministers concerned. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said the government had taken the matter seriously, initiated action and suspended an IAS officer. He also mentioned relief efforts undertaken by Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya. As the dispute escalated, Deputy Chief Minister Jagdish Devda defended the government’s position, but the Opposition continued its protest demanding resignations, leading to further uproar in the House. See the opposition’s protest in the Assembly in 3 pictures- What happened over the first 3 days ? Day 1
The Budget Session of the Madhya Pradesh Assembly began on Monday with a stormy start. Proceedings opened with the singing of Vande Mataram in all six verses, after which Governor Mangubhai Patel delivered his address. The Opposition disrupted the Governor’s speech, leading to adjournment of the House until the following day. Day 2
On the second day, Finance Minister Jagdish Devda presented the third supplementary budget for the current financial year, amounting to ₹19,287 crore and 32 lakh. Discussion on it is scheduled for 23 February. The Economic Survey was also tabled in the House. There was uproar over issues including water and cough syrup. Day 3
On Wednesday, Finance Minister Jagdish Devda presented the third Budget of the Dr Mohan Yadav government. The Budget for the financial year 2026–27 totals ₹4,38,317 crore. Devda delivered a Budget speech lasting approximately one hour and 30 minutes. Announcements included free tetra pack milk up to Class 8 and recruitment of 15,000 teachers. Session to continue until 6 March The Session will run from 16 February to 6 March. The Governor’s address was delivered on the first day. For this Session, 3,478 questions have been notified to the Assembly, along with 236 calling attention motions, 10 adjournment motions and 41 private members’ resolutions. During Zero Hour, 83 questions will be taken up in the House.