Rajasthan Assembly Session Disrupted by Congress Boycott Over School Entry Restrictions The Opposition Congress party boycotted the first day of the monsoon session of the Rajasthan Assembly on Thursday, August 20, 2026, in protest against the state government’s decision to restrict the entry of outsiders into government schools. The boycott followed a dispute over the policy, which led to demonstrations and tensions within the assembly. Congress legislators staged a dharna (protest sit-in) outside the Assembly building, demanding the resignation of State Education Minister Madan Dilawar. Inside the House, Speaker Vasudev Devnani expressed disappointment over the absence of Opposition members, while ruling party officials accused the Congress of avoiding participation in the national anthem ceremony. Chief Whip Jogeshwar Garg criticized the Opposition for refusing to sing the national song Vande Mataram, calling their actions a form of disruption. Minister of State for Home Jawahar Singh Bedham further accused the Congress of engaging in “appeasement politics” by boycotting the anthem. The Assembly proceedings were adjourned until Friday, August 21, 2026, after a session that included obituary references and legislative business. Key bills introduced during the day included the Rajasthan Tree (Protection) Bill, which proposes special safeguards for 29 tree species, including the khejri tree, and a proposal to establish a private university. These measures were part of the government’s agenda to address environmental and educational reforms. The Congress boycott extended beyond the Assembly, with leaders marching from the Government Seth Anandilal Podar School for the Deaf and Mute towards the Assembly complex.#congress_party #madan_dilawar #rajasthan_assembly #vasudev_devnani #jogeshwar_garg
