Lucknow, Jan. 21 -- Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Wednesday said that political parties should keep politics aside and work for the smooth functioning of the Budget Session of Parliament. He expressed his view during an interaction with the media at the conclusion of the 86th All India Presiding Officers' Conference (AIPOC), held at the Uttar Pradesh Vidhan Bhavan, Lucknow.

Responding to a question on ensuring smooth conduct of proceedings during the forthcoming Budget Session, the Lok Sabha Speaker said that continuous planned disruptions and disturbances in the House are not appropriate for the country's democracy. When disruptions take place in the House, the greatest loss is suffered by the citizens. We must strengthen the culture of...