Clash in the Rajya Sabha: Marshals Block MPs Amidst Electoral Roll Controversy

In a dramatic turn of events in the Rajya Sabha, a heated confrontation unfolded as marshals blocked MPs from entering the Well during a session on Friday. The incident, described as 'unprecedented' by Trinamool Congress leader Derek O'Brien, has sparked a wave of criticism against the NDA government.

O'Brien voiced his allegations against the government, accusing it of being 'scared' to engage in discussions about Bihar's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. In a social media post, O'Brien assured that the opposition INDIA bloc is prepared to fight 'to the finish' over the contentious issue.

As the House reassembled, marshals were reportedly seen preventing opposition MPs, including those from the AITC, DMK, and AAP, from reaching the Well. The move triggered a vocal protest against the SIR exercise, with MPs raising slogans and decrying the security measures that barred their passage.

(With inputs from agencies.)