In a fiery exchange in the Rajya Sabha, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar rebuked Congress MP Mallikarjun Kharge, admonishing him for alleged disrespect towards the parliamentary chair. Dhankhar emphasized that continual disrespect towards the chair undermines the sanctity of parliamentary proceedings and democratic norms. He accused Kharge of hasty reactions without fully understanding the context, suggesting it represented an unprecedented level of disregard in India’s parliamentary history. Dhankhar’s strong words called for Kharge to introspect on his conduct, signaling a need for decorum and respect within the legislative framework. The tense exchange highlighted ongoing tensions and the importance of maintaining civility and respect in parliamentary debates and proceedings.