The winter session of India's parliament will begin on November 25 and go on until December 20, according to an official announcement. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju said that President Droupadi Murmu agreed to the government's plan to have both houses, the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, meet during this time. The schedule for the session might change if necessary, depending on what needs to be discussed in Parliament.

On November 26, India will celebrate Constitution Day, marking 75 years since the Constitution was adopted. The celebration will take place in the Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan. Rijiju shared on X that the arrangements have been confirmed: “Hon’ble President, on the recommendation of the Government of India, has approved the proposal for summoning both Houses of Parliament for the Winter Session, 2024."

What are sessions of Parliament?

Sessions of Parliament are important meetings where elected leaders come together to discuss and decide on important matters for the country. These meetings allow members to debate, discuss, and create laws. During each session, they share their concerns, suggest ideas, and work on finding solutions to problems related to society, the economy, and politics.

India’s Parliament is the country’s main body for making laws. It has two parts: the Lok Sabha, also called the House of the People, and the Rajya Sabha, also known as the Council of States. These two groups meet several times a year in different sessions. During these meetings, they discuss important issues and create new laws.

There are four types of parliamentary sessions

  1. Budget Session of Parliament: The budget session happens every year from February to May. It’s very important because it focuses on the country’s finances. In the last week of February, the Finance Minister presents the budget, which explains the government’s plans for spending and income. Members of Parliament then look closely at the budget and discuss tax issues. This session has two parts with a break in between. It always begins with the President giving a speech to both houses of Parliament.
  2. Monsoon Session of Parliament: The monsoon session is held from July to September, after a two-month break following the budget session. In this session, Parliament discusses important issues that affect the public, especially problems that come up during the rainy season.
  3. Winter Session of Parliament: The Winter Session, held from mid-November to mid-December, is the shortest of the sessions. It deals with important matters that may have been missed earlier in the year and takes up remaining legislative issues.
  4. Special Session of Parliament: A special session is different from regular sessions and is called only when needed. It can happen if at least one-tenth of the Lok Sabha members ask for it by writing to the President or the Speaker. This session is only for urgent issues mentioned in the invitation to members. No other topics are talked about during a special session.