New Delhi, Jan 27 (NationPress) On the eve of the Parliament's Budget Session, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju revealed on Tuesday that during an all-party meeting, he conveyed to the members that the session's primary concentration will be on the Budget; nevertheless, the government is open to addressing any other pressing matters that may demand immediate attention.

“The key concern is to ensure the House operates smoothly and to enrich the experiences and ideas from all members. This is our expectation for the Budget Session,” he stated, noting that suggestions from various party floor leaders have been acknowledged.

“The Economic Survey will be presented on January 29, with the Budget set for February 1,” Rijiju disclosed.

The Minister indicated that the Motion of Thanks on the President’s address will kick off the session, followed by discussions on and the approval of the Budget.

Reiterating the government's commitment to addressing all issues, he mentioned, "We have asked all parties to facilitate the smooth transaction of business in Parliament."

“I encouraged members to bring up various issues during the Motion of Thanks to the President’s address,” he added.

He noted that leaders from other parties have presented several topics for discussion. “Given that this is a Budget Session, the primary emphasis will be on the Budget,” he mentioned, adding that various matters can be raised during the Budget debate.

The Minister pointed out that during the second segment of the Budget Session, from March 9 to April 2, urgent matters can also be raised with the Chair's consent, and aside from discussing demand for grants for some ministries, "we can also address any significant bills or businesses that arise."

“We will also propose in the Business Advisory Committee any urgent issues for consideration. Yet, since this is the Budget Session, the main focus remains on the Budget,” he stated.

"I've already informed the honorable members that this is the year's first session. Typically, the bulletin is issued, bulletin part two is released, and a list of the government's intended business is circulated following the President's address. However, I am ready to share the list..." he mentioned.

Stressing the importance of avoiding disruptions in the House, Rijiju affirmed, “We have been elected to represent the people. While we exercise our right to speak, we also hold a duty to listen to members from other political parties to ensure our parliamentary democracy operates with full vibrancy.”

“We take pride in India’s parliamentary democracy, and numerous presiding officers from Commonwealth Nations commend our system. Therefore, let us protect our rich parliamentary democratic framework and collectively steer our nation towards Viksit Bharat," he concluded.