Both Houses of Parliament were adjourned on Thursday, with the ongoing Budget Session set to reconvene on April 16 after a scheduled recess.
Key Legislation Passed in Lok Sabha
The Lok Sabha passed the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026, by voice vote. The legislation had earlier been approved by the Rajya Sabha.
The Bill outlines provisions related to deputation in senior ranks within Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs). It mandates that 50% of posts at the rank of Inspector General be filled through deputation, while at least 67% of Additional Director General posts are to be filled in a similar manner. Positions at the ranks of Special Director General and Director General are to be filled entirely through deputation.
Rajya Sabha Clears Jan Vishwas Amendment Bill
The Rajya Sabha passed the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill by voice vote. The legislation proposes wide-ranging changes across multiple laws.
It aims to amend 784 provisions across 79 Central Acts administered by 23 ministries. Of these, 717 provisions are set to be decriminalised, while 67 provisions are to be modified, with the objective of improving regulatory compliance and facilitating ease of living.
Amaravati Recognised as Andhra Pradesh Capital
Parliament also passed a Bill recognising Amaravati as the sole and permanent capital of Andhra Pradesh. The Rajya Sabha approved the legislation by voice vote, with support from most political parties, while the YSR Congress Party opposed the measure.
Session to Reconvene for Constitutional Amendments
Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju confirmed that the Budget Session would not be adjourned sine die but placed in recess.
He stated that Parliament would reconvene for a specific period to consider amendments related to the Constitution (One Hundred and Sixth Amendment) Act, commonly referred to as the Women’s Reservation Act, 2023.
Legislative Activity Continues
The session saw the passage of several key bills across both Houses, reflecting ongoing legislative activity on administrative reforms, governance frameworks, and policy implementation.
The reconvening of Parliament later in April is expected to focus on constitutional and legislative priorities currently under consideration.
