Parliament’s Monsoon Session hits lowest productivity since 2016, but passes 11 Bills: Infographics
The 2026 Monsoon Session of the Indian Parliament saw record-low productivity due to frequent disruptions by the Opposition. Despite the lack of debate, 11 Bills were passed, with most receiving little to no discussion in the Lok Sabha.
Why it matters
The session highlights concerns regarding the erosion of parliamentary debate and the efficiency of the legislative process in India's current political climate.
The Monsoon Session of the Parliament concluded on August 13, 2026 (Thursday) with the productivity of the session in both Houses taking a hit due to a multitude of disruptions.
A total of 11 Bills were passed despite the productivity of the Lok Sabha hitting a low of 15% — equalling the House’s lowest productivity, recorded during the Winter Session in 2016 — and that of the Rajya Sabha being 33%, the lowest for the Upper House since the Budget Session in 2023 (24%), according to PRS Legislative Research.
Repeated disruptions over the Opposition’s protests on the NEET paper leak, the alleged theft of donations to the Ram Temple, Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s absence from Parliament, among other issues, affected the productivity of the Houses.
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