On Thursday, Speaker Om Birla said that the Lok Sabha discussed for 12 hours resolution for his removal where the Opposition raised concerns over impartiality.The Opposition also talked about its voice being muffled in House, Birla added.“The House represents will of 140 crore Indians. I always tried to ensure that every member expresses him or herself under laid down rules, procedures,” the Speaker said in Lok Sabha.“I have always encouraged those who hesitate to participate in House proceedings.”Birla went on to say, “I always strived to ensure that House runs impartially and as per rules.” “I stayed away from House proceedings the day opposition gave notice for motion seeking my removal as Speaker.”The Speaker added that “Chair does not belong to one person but is a symbol of prestige of the House.”


