Day 1 of Budget Session

At least 18 opposition parties boycotted the President's address to Parliament

Parliament approved farm bills after “extensive consultation... The benefits of these three important farm reforms have started reaching more than 10 crore small farmers instantly.”

"We are standing with farmers and demanding that farm laws be taken back. It is our biggest reason behind boycotting the address. We will debate..."

"The President is above political differences. Respecting him in his address is a healthy practice of democracy. It is unfortunate that the Opposition boycotted it. What tradition are they establishing?"