New Delhi: The first session of the 18th Lok Sabha commenced on Monday, marked by the oath-taking ceremony of newly elected members, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Earlier in the day, President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath to Bhartruhari Mahtab of the BJP, who was appointed as the protem Speaker of the Lok Sabha. The session includes the election of the Lok Sabha Speaker on June 26, followed by President Murmus address to a joint sitting of both Houses on June 27. The session will conclude on July 3.Oppositions criticismDuring the session, the Opposition alliance INDIA bloc raised multiple issues against the NDA government. Their concerns included rising prices, food inflation, deaths due to an unprecedented heatwave, and recent irregularities in exam administration, including NEET UG, NEET PG, and UGC NET. These exam-related problems have caused unrest among students and questioned the effectiveness of the institutions responsible for conducting these exams.Lok Sabha election resultsThis session follows the general elections where the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) secured 293 seats. The INDIA bloc obtained 234 seats, while the Congress party held 99 of those seats.Voices of women MPsFive female MPs expressed their views during the session, highlighting their priorities and emotions. Heres what they said:Kangana Ranaut (BJP MP): Shared her emotional response and highlighted the nations hope for a valuable opposition.#WATCH | Delhi: BJP MP Kangana Ranaut says, Like the PM said the entire nation is hopeful that the opposition will emerge as valuable... pic.twitter.com/OWUcIRPQMG— ANI (@ANI) June 24, 2024Shambhavi Choudhary (LJP Ram Vilas MP): Emphasized her commitment to raising issues related to women and youth in Parliament, aiming to be a strong voice for the people of Samastipur.#WATCH | Delhi: LJP (Ram Vilas) MP Shambhavi Choudhary says, Raising voice for the women and the youth in the Parliamnet will be my priority...I will try to become a strong voice for them and will fulfil the demands of the people of Samastipur... pic.twitter.com/r9axNtc3KS— ANI (@ANI) June 24, 2024Iqra Hasan (Samajwadi Party MP): Expressed her excitement and nervousness, focusing on representing her constituents and ensuring the government follows the constitution.#WATCH | Delhi: Samajwadi Party MP Iqra Hasan says, I am very excited as well as nervous. I just want to represent my people... pic.twitter.com/kwRACc2qeN— ANI (@ANI) June 24, 2024Praniti Shinde (Congress MP): Felt emotional climbing the stairs of the new Parliament House, longing for the old one due to its historical significance. She is eager to address challenges like inflation, unemployment, and threats to democracy.#WATCH | Congress MP Praniti Shinde says, It was a very emotional moment when I was climbing up the stairs but I wish it had been in the old Parliament House because I think that one has more history. It was iconic. Nevertheless, it was my first step in this temple of democracy… pic.twitter.com/cAzic9cqzl— ANI (@ANI) June 24, 2024Priya Saroj (Samajwadi Party MP): Expressed happiness about the youths participation in politics, believing it will accelerate the countrys development.#WATCH | Delhi: Newly elected Samajwadi Party Lok Sabha MP Priya Saroj says, I am very happy that the youth are coming forward. I think the more the youth come forward, the faster the country will develop. pic.twitter.com/kMiMBs7BkV— ANI (@ANI) June 24, 2024
