New Delhi, July 20 -- As the eighth session of the 18th Lok Sabha, the Monsoon Session, commenced on Monday, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla called upon Members of Parliament to uphold the spirit of the Constitution, respect parliamentary traditions and work together to ensure meaningful debates and productive legislative business in the national interest.
In a message shared on social media ahead of the start of the session, Birla welcomed all members to Parliament, describing it as the country's highest democratic institution and the supreme forum for expressing the aspirations, hopes and trust of the people.
"The Monsoon Session of the 18th Lok Sabha begins today. The morning rain in Delhi, which may be seen as a blessing of Lord Indra, has...