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Parliament's Monsoon Session Scheduled from July 20 to August 13

Published on: 04 Jul 2026, 10:08 AM

The monsoon session of Parliament is set to convene from July 20 to August 13, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju announced on Saturday, July 4, 2026.

In a post on social media platform X, Rijiju stated that on the recommendation of the government, President Droupadi Murmu has approved the summoning of both Houses of Parliament for the Monsoon Session 2026.

“The session will commence on 20 July, 2026 and continue till 13 August, 2026 for meaningful debate, discussion and decisions on issues of national importance,” he said.

The monsoon session is a regular feature of the parliamentary calendar, typically held from July to August. The upcoming session provides an opportunity for lawmakers to discuss key legislative and policy matters.

Source: The Hindu

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