Why did Om Birla get angry on thanks in the House? MP was interrupted, Speaker’s advice created a stir – ..

News India Live, Digital Desk: Speaker Om Birla, who is strict about the dignity and rules of Lok Sabha, is once again in the news due to his attitude. The Speaker has expressed deep displeasure over the manner in which an MP presented his views and repeatedly expressed ‘thank you’ during the current session of Parliament. Om Birla said in clear words that the time of the House is precious and MPs should present their views directly on the issue and not fall into the formal trap of praise and thanks. This is not the first time that Birla has taught the honorable members a lesson about parliamentary decorum and the importance of time.

Speaker bluntly on MP’s ‘Thank You’ politics

The incident began when an MP continued expressing his gratitude for several minutes before starting his speech. Intervening on this, Om Birla stopped him midway. The Speaker said, “This House is for discussion, not just for giving thanks. Use the time you have got to raise the problems of the public.” There was silence in the House after this comment of Birla. He stressed that MPs should be serious about their role and should not sacrifice the proceedings of the House as a formal courtesy.

Have shown the whip of ‘discipline’ earlier also

Om Birla is known for discipline in his working style. In previous sessions also, he had reprimanded those MPs who speak or wave placards inside the House without permission. The Speaker believes that Parliament is the highest Panchayat of the country and every discussion held here has a direct impact on crores of citizens of the country. He suggested the MPs to keep their speech brief, factual and related to public interest.

Speaker’s advice went viral on social media

The video of this advice of Om Birla has gone viral within no time. On digital forums, people are appreciating this strict stance of the speaker. Experts say that this kind of discipline is essential to increase the productivity of the House. It is often seen that a lot of time of the House is wasted in political speeches and praise, to stop this, Om Birla has started a new and strict practice.