Overview

• On August 5, the Rajya Sabha was adjourned until 2 pm after Opposition MPs led by Mallikarjun Kharge alleged that CISF marshals had entered the chamber well to block their protests.
• Deputy Chairman Harivansh and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju denied any CISF presence inside the House, insisting that only Parliament Security Service marshals operate in the chamber.
• Mallikarjun Kharge’s objections follow a letter he sent on August 1 accusing CISF personnel of running into the well and infringing on MPs’ democratic right to protest.
• The CISF replaced the Parliament Security Service in May 2024 after a December 2023 breach prompted a security overhaul, and a Home Ministry panel led by CISF DIG Ajay Kumar is evaluating a full takeover of parliamentary security.
• The clash reflects deeper struggles over institutional authority and the balance between enhanced security measures and MPs’ privileges within the Parliament House Complex.