March 10, 2026
Sougata Ray’s intervention on the time limits for speakers during a discussion on no-confidence motion against the Speaker

Sir, I am on a point of order. … Sir, I am on a point of order. … Sir, Rule 203 states: “Except with the permission of the Speaker or the person presiding, a speech on the resolution shall not exceed fifteen minutes in duration”. … Sir, he has already spoken for half-an-hour. How are you allowing him? … This is as per Rule 203. Kindly look into Kaul and Shakdher that unless the Speaker gives express permission, nobody can speak for more than 15 minutes. … You are allowing him for half-an-hour to speak. … Sir, stop him. …