Rajya Sabha adjourned sine die; Budget Session ends

New Delhi: Rajya Sabha was adjourned sine die on Friday, marking the end of the Budget Session that began on January 31.

In his concluding remarks at the end of the 267th session of Rajya Sabha, Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar said the House passed key legislations, including the Waqf Amendment Bill, and discussed several important issues during its sittings.

"The productivity of this session stood at 119 per cent. On April 3, the Rajya Sabha began proceedings and etched its name in the annals of legislative history with an unprecedented sitting from 11 am on that day until 4.02 am the following day, ie, this day, the longest in its history," he said.

He added, "This would send a very great message to the people at large and enhance belief in this great institution."

Dhankhar appreciated members for participating in the debates and discourses with enlightened inputs and varying opinion shades.

"After a long gap, the house witnessed welcome wit, humour, sarcasm and repartee, apart from intellectual fusion while ensuring parliamentary decorum, cross-party collaboration, and legislative rigor," he said.

The Chairman said the House engaged in insightful debate on the Motion of Thanks to the President's Address, spanning three days with the active participation of 73 members.

Furthermore, the deliberations on the Union Budget 2025-26 were equally incisive and comprehensive lasting over three days and drawing the considered contribution of 89 members, he noted.

Besides, the House held substantive discussion on the working of four key ministries of the government, he said.

The house witnessed discussions on the working of the ministries of Education, Health, Home Affairs and Railways.

"The introduction of as many as 49 Private Members' Bills in this Session needs special mention. Overall, the House functioned for a total of 159 hours. The productivity of this Session stood at 119 per cent," the Chairman said.

He also extended his gratitude to Deputy Chairman Harivansh Singhi, vice-chairpersons, House and Opposition leaders, the minister of parliamentary affairs, party Leaders, and all other members for their invaluable assistance and cooperation in conducting these proceedings and acknowledging the efforts of the Secretary-General and staff.

"This session will be remembered for its historic legislative accomplishments and the spirit of unity that prevailed. It stands as a defining moment in India's parliamentary journey - a powerful reminder of what can be achieved through dialogue, perseverance, and shared purpose. The Rajya Sabha has, once again, set the democratic standards worth emulation by others," the Chairman said concluding his valedictory remarks.