18th Lok Sabha’s First Session Scheduled for June 24

New Delhi: The inaugural session of the 18th Lok Sabha is set to begin on June 24, as announced by Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju. The initial three days will be dedicated to the swearing-in or affirmation of the newly elected members and the election of the Speaker of the House.The session will conclude on July 3.On June 27, President Droupadi Murmu will address a joint session of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha, likely presenting the new government’s agenda for the upcoming five years.”The first session of the 18th Lok Sabha is scheduled from June 24 to July 3 for the oath/affirmation of new members, the election of the Speaker, the President’s address, and subsequent discussions,” Rijiju posted on X.The Rajya Sabha’s 264th session will also begin on June 27 and end on July 3. Following the President’s address, Prime Minister Modi is expected to introduce his council of ministers to Parliament.The debate on the Motion of Thanks for the President’s address is anticipated to be contentious, with the opposition likely to challenge the NDA government on various issues. Prime Minister Modi will respond to this debate in both Houses of Parliament.