Anurag Thakur urges Speaker to act against Trinamool member over using e-cigarette in LS chamber

December 12, 2025 by thestatesman.com

Anurag Thakur urges Speaker to act against Trinamool member over using e-cigarette in LS chamber

Former Union Minister and BJP MP Anurag Singh Thakur filed a complaint to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, alleging that an AITMC MP used an electronic cigarette inside the Lok Sabha chamber. Thakur said the act was witnessed by several members and reported to the Chair during Question Hour. In his letter, he described the incident as a serious violation of parliamentary rules and relevant laws.


December 12, 2025 by deccanchronicle.com

Thakur Files Written Complaint against TMC MP for Smoking e-Cigarette in House

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December 12, 2025 by hindustantimes.com

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9.30% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 100.2 million current smokers in India 16.70% of men are current smokers but only 1.40% of women.
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