Parliament Monsoon Session Day 8 LIVE: Opposition MPs move notices in Parliament over Anti-Defection Law reform, Cauvery water dispute - The Hindu

### Parliament Monsoon Session Heats Up as Opposition Moves Notices Over Anti-Defection Law Reform and Cauvery Water Dispute

The ongoing Monsoon Session of the Parliament witnessed a significant development on Day 8, with opposition MPs moving notices in the Lok Sabha over two crucial issues: the reform of the Anti-Defection Law and the longstanding Cauvery water dispute. The opposition parties, including the Congress, have been demanding changes to the Anti-Defection Law, which they feel makes it difficult for elected representatives to speak truth to power. The Congress party, in particular, has criticized the Centre for allegedly trying to silence its lawmakers by using the law. The opposition MPs will now be required to give notice for a discussion on the issue.

In a separate development, opposition MPs from the southern states, including Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, moved notices on the Cauvery water dispute, a contentious issue that has been plaguing the two states for decades. The opposition parties have accused the Centre of not doing enough to resolve the dispute, which has led to tensions between the two states. The notices are expected to trigger a debate on the issue in the Lok Sabha, with the Centre responding to the criticism of the opposition parties.

Meanwhile, the session also witnessed a heated exchange between Rahul Gandhi, the Congress leader, and Home Minister Amit Shah. Rahul Gandhi targeted Amit Shah, accusing him of ordering the shooting of students during the Agnipath protests. The Congress leader claimed that he had documentary evidence to support his charge, which sparked an uproar in the House. The BJP, however, demanded proof from Rahul Gandhi to support his allegations.