LPG Crisis: Amid growing concerns over LPG supplies in the country, the Lok Sabha proceedings on Thursday were disrupted by sharp opposition protests. From the start of the session, opposition parties demanded an immediate discussion on the gas supply crisis, soaring inflation, and the impact of the crisis in West Asia.

Shouting and sloganeering in the House continued to disrupt proceedings, prompting the Speaker to step in and adjourn proceedings. When the House reconvened for the third time in the afternoon, women MPs from the Trinamool Congress staged a striking protest to draw attention to the LPG shortage.

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Women MPs From Trinamool Congress Stage Unique Protest

Several MPs, including Pratibha Mandal, Sayani Ghosh, Mahua Moitra, and Mala Rai, entered the House carrying plates, frying pans, and spoons, which they banged loudly to protest the LPG crisis. Chairperson Sandhya Rai described the demonstration as inappropriate and urged the members to return to their seats.

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Opposition Parties Raise Alarm Over LPG And Energy Security

The opposition parties on Thursday accused the government of failing to prepare for rising tensions in West Asia and its impact on the country's energy supplies. Earlier, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, who had requested a special discussion in the House on the LPG crisis, warned that India's energy security was at risk and blamed the government's foreign policy.

He further warned that if the government doesn't prepare now, millions of people could face severe hardships. Gandhi also referred to the Iran conflict and the Strait of Hormuz, warning that rising pressure on gas and fuel supplies is hitting small businessmen and street vendors the most.

Congress and other opposition parties accused the government of failing to take decisive measures to secure energy supplies amid the West Asia conflict. They argued that issues such as LPG shortages, rising inflation, and soaring airfares directly affect ordinary citizens and insisted that the government should provide answers in Parliament.