Parliament Monsoon Session 2025: Eight New Bills on the Agenda
The Monsoon Session of Parliament, commencing July 21 and running through August 21 (with a break for Raksha Bandhan and Independence Day), will see the government introduce eight new Bills designed to strengthen governance across diverse domains.
Key Bills to Watch
- National Sports Governance Bill: Aims to overhaul the administration of sports bodies and promote transparency.
- Geoheritage Sites and Geo-relics (Preservation & Maintenance) Bill: Focuses on safeguarding India’s unique geological and palaeontological heritage.
- Mines and Minerals (Development & Regulation) Amendment Bill: Seeks to modernize mining regulation and streamline licensing.
- National Anti‑Doping (Amendment) Bill: Introduces stricter compliance and testing protocols in sports.
- Manipur Goods and Services Tax (Amendment) Bill: Aligns state GST structure for Manipur with central norms.
- Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill: Expands the ambit of ‘good faith’ protections and decriminalisation measures.
- Indian Institute of Management (Amendment) Bill: Enhances autonomy and governance for IIMs.
- Taxation Laws (Amendment) Bill: Includes updates on income tax, corporate tax, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
Additionally, the Income Tax Bill, 2025, previously introduced in February and reviewed by a Select Committee, is scheduled for presentation in the Lok Sabha on July 21.
Other Key Business
- Seeking approval to extend President’s Rule in Manipur, along with the Demand for Grants for the state.
- Pending Lok Sabha bills include the Readjustment of ST Representation in Goa, the Merchant Shipping Bill, 2024, and the Indian Ports Bill, 2025.
Anticipated Parliamentary Flashpoints
- Electoral rolls revision in Bihar via Special Intensive Revision (SIR) by the Election Commission.
- Opposition queries linked to Operation Sindoor and Trump’s claims of preventing nuclear war between India and Pakistan could lead to sharp political exchanges.