Budget Session 2026: Parliament debates Motion of Thanks today

February 2, 2026

The Budget Session of Parliament 2026 is underway, with proceedings in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha focusing on the debate on the Motion of Thanks to the President’s Address delivered at the start of the session. Lawmakers gathered to discuss the motion and the government’s legislative agenda.

What’s Happening in Parliament

On February 2, members of both Houses convened, with the Lok Sabha meeting at 11 am to begin discussion on the Motion of Thanks. The motion, moved by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal and seconded by BJP MP Tejasvi Surya in the Lok Sabha, marks the formal start of detailed parliamentary debates for the session. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to reply to the debate on February 4.

Key Speeches and Opposition Role

Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and other MPs, are slated to speak during the motion debate, raising their reactions to the President’s Address and the Union Budget 2026–27, which was recently tabled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. The House has allocated approximately 18 hours for the discussion.

Session Timeline & Agenda

The Budget Session will span around 65 days with 30 sittings, concluding on April 2, 2026. Key discussions include the Motion of Thanks, detailed scrutiny of the Union Budget, and replies by the government on various policy issues. Finance Minister Sitharaman is expected to respond further in the Lok Sabha on February 11.