Opposition, government spar over NEET debate in Rajya Sabha; House adjourned repeatedly

The Rajya Sabha faced repeated adjournments as the Opposition demanded a debate on the NEET paper leak under Rule 267. The government refused to accept the conditions for the discussion, leading to a legislative stalemate.
Repeated adjournments paralysed the proceedings in the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday (July 22, 2026) as the Opposition and the government fought over the rules governing a discussion on the alleged National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) question paper leak. While the Opposition demanded a discussion under Rule 267, which requires the suspension of the day’s business, the Government said no conditions could be dictated.
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