Rahul Gandhi has accused Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla of silencing him and the opposition, claiming he’s been denied speaking opportunities, including on March 26, 2025, and calling it undemocratic. Birla, citing Rule 349, urged Gandhi to maintain parliamentary decorum, though the specific violation remains unclear, fueling bias allegations. Rule 349 outlines conduct rules for Lok Sabha members, requiring dignity, no interruptions, and respectful behavior, but lacks detailed examples, leaving its application open to interpretation.
