New Delhi | January 2026
The year 2025 marked a highly productive and reform-oriented phase for India’s Parliament, with the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs (MoPA) playing a pivotal role in legislative coordination, digital transformation, youth engagement, and parliamentary consensus-building. As per official data released by PIB Delhi on 5 January 2026, Parliament passed 39 Bills by both Houses, conducted several special thematic discussions, and expanded flagship initiatives such as NeVA and the Youth Parliament Programme.
Strong Legislative Output in Indian Parliament 2025
During 2025, Parliament witnessed significant legislative activity:
- Bills introduced: 35
- Bills passed by Lok Sabha: 36
- Bills passed by Rajya Sabha: 37
- Bills passed by both Houses: 39
These numbers underline robust parliamentary functioning during the Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Sessions of the 18th Lok Sabha.
Key Sessions Highlights of Indian Parliament
Fourth Session (Budget Session 2025)
- President’s Address under Article 87(1) on 31 January 2025
- Union Budget 2025–26 presented on 1 February
- Passage of Finance Bill 2025 and Appropriation Bills
- Approval of President’s Rule in Manipur
Indian Parliament Fifth Session (Monsoon Session)
- Special discussion on Operation Sindoor, India’s decisive response to the Pahalgam terrorist attack
- Discussion on India’s space achievements and ‘Viksit Bharat @2047’
- Extension of President’s Rule in Manipur
Indian Parliament Sixth Session (Winter Session)
- Special discussion on Election Reforms
- 150th Anniversary of National Song “Vande Mataram”
- Passage of Manipur GST (Second Amendment) Bill, 2025
Landmark Legislations Enacted in Indian Parliament 2025
Among the 39 Bills passed, several transformational legislations stood out:
- Income-tax Bill, 2025 – Simplified and modernised India’s direct tax framework
- National Sports Governance Bill, 2025 – Institutional reforms in sports administration
- Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025 – Improved governance and management of waqf properties
- Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 – First comprehensive regulatory framework for online gaming
- Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy Bill, 2025 – Expanded civilian nuclear applications
- VB–G RAM G Bill, 2025 – Statutory guarantee of 125 days of rural employment aligned with Viksit Bharat 2047
These legislations reflect the government’s emphasis on economic reforms, social inclusion, digital governance, national security, and sustainable development.
Parliamentary Oversight and Committee System
Several Bills were referred to Joint, Select, and Standing Committees, reinforcing legislative scrutiny. Notable among them:
- Constitution (129th & 130th Amendment) Bills
- Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Bill, 2025
- Securities Markets Code Bill, 2025
Digital Parliament: Expansion of National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA)
The National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) emerged as a flagship success in 2025:
- 28 State/UT Legislatures signed MoUs
- 26 received project funding
- 20 Legislatures fully Live on NeVA, functioning as paperless Digital Houses
States such as Rajasthan, Odisha, Uttarakhand, Puducherry and Delhi joined the platform in 2025. The 3rd National NeVA Conference, held in October 2025, adopted the New Delhi Resolution on NeVA 2025, committing to nationwide digital legislative transformation.
Youth Parliament Programme: Expanding Democratic Participation
The Youth Parliament Programme saw unprecedented outreach:
- Competitions conducted across schools, Kendriya Vidyalayas, JNVs, universities and Eklavya schools
- Launch of NYPS 2.0, enabling nationwide digital participation
- Over 15,800 individual participants and 1,800 institutional registrations
The initiative strengthened democratic values and parliamentary awareness among youth, especially in remote and rural regions.
Constitution Day & 150 Years of “Vande Mataram”
Two major national observances marked the year:
- Constitution Day 2025: Grand ceremony at Samvidhan Sadan with digital releases of the Constitution in nine Indian languages
- 150th Anniversary of “Vande Mataram”: Nationwide mass singing, marking a year-long commemoration from November 2025 to November 2026
Governance, Transparency and Public Accountability
- RTI & Public Grievances: 100% disposal of cases during 2025
- Online Assurance Monitoring System (OAMS): Over 560 implementation reports laid
- Special Campaign 5.0: 100% clearance of identified pendencies
- Swachhata Pakhwada & Swachhata Hi Seva 2025: Cleanliness and sustainability initiatives across the Ministry
International Engagement and Parliamentary Diplomacy
The Ministry facilitated:
- Foreign visits by MPs
- Parliamentary delegations from UK, Russia and Saudi Arabia
- Clearances for State Government delegations
These interactions strengthened inter-parliamentary cooperation and diplomatic engagement.
Conclusion: A Transformational Year for India’s Parliament
The Year 2025 stands out as a landmark year for India’s parliamentary democracy—defined by high legislative productivity, digital innovation, youth participation, and national consensus-building. The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs successfully reinforced Parliament’s role as the cornerstone of governance while aligning its functioning with the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047.
Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, India