India protected agriculture, dairy interests in US trade deal: Piyush Goyal

In this Special Report, the focus is on Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal’s statement regarding the evolving India-US trade relations. Addressing the house, Goyal emphasized that the government has successfully safeguarded sensitive sectors, stating, 'In these negotiations, the Indian side has been successful in protecting the interests of its sensitive sectors, especially agriculture and dairy sectors.' He highlighted that the bilateral trade discussions aim for a balanced and mutually beneficial outcome, strengthening the vision of a 'Viksit Bharat' (Developed India). The session also witnessed Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla expressing deep concern over the 'unruly conduct' of opposition members, who staged protests with banners and entered the well of the house. Birla urged members to maintain the dignity of the temple of democracy, noting that dissent should be expressed through logic and words rather than disruption. The proceedings were eventually adjourned as the ruckus continued over the finer details of the trade pact.