Mallikarjun Kharge reappointed as Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha.

In a significant development, it has been officially announced that Mallikarjun Kharge, the president of Congress, will now be recognized as the Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha. This decision was made after Kharge's re-election to the Upper House, which took place on Monday. The oath-taking ceremony was held in the presence of Rajya Sabha Chairman C P Radhakrishnan.

According to the bulletin issued by Rajya Sabha Secretary-General P C Mody, Kharge's previous term as a member of the Rajya Sabha ended on June 25, 2026. As per the provisions of Section 2 of the Salary and Allowances of Leaders of Opposition in Parliament Act, 1977, he ceased to be the Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha on June 26, 2026. However, with his re-election to the Rajya Sabha on the same day, he has now been accorded recognition as the Leader of Opposition in accordance with the said Act.

This development holds immense significance as Kharge will now hold a prominent position in the Rajya Sabha, representing the Indian National Congress. His role as the Leader of Opposition will be crucial in the functioning of the Upper House and he will have the authority to voice the opposition's views and concerns. This news has been widely reported by various media outlets, including the Orissa POST, which is known as Odisha's No.1 English Daily.

It is a noteworthy moment for Kharge and the Congress party, and it will be interesting to see how he fulfills his responsibilities in his new role.