“Am I Allowed to Speak?” Rahul Gandhi vs Speaker Row Rocks Lok Sabha
New Delhi, February 11, 2026 — A heated exchange between Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and the Lok Sabha Speaker created uproar in Parliament on Tuesday, after Gandhi questioned whether he was being allowed to speak during proceedings.
The confrontation began when Rahul Gandhi reportedly rose to address the House on a key issue, but was interrupted amid loud protests and procedural objections. Frustrated, he asked, “Am I allowed to speak?” — a remark that quickly intensified the atmosphere inside the Lok Sabha.
Opposition members alleged that their voices were being stifled and accused the Chair of not providing adequate time to present their views. Treasury benches, however, maintained that parliamentary rules were being followed and that disruptions from the Opposition were causing repeated adjournments.
The Speaker urged members to maintain decorum and adhere to House procedures, emphasizing that everyone would get an opportunity to speak as per the rules.
The exchange led to sloganeering and brief adjournment of proceedings, highlighting the continuing tension between the government and the Opposition over floor management and debate time allocation.
Political reactions poured in soon after, with leaders from both sides defending their stance on social media.
Further developments are awaited as the session continues.
— Reported by Anam Siddiqui
