The ruling Congress and Opposition BJP argued fiercely on January 23, 2026, over the chaos in the State Legislature during Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot’s brief address. BJP accused Congress members of disrespecting the Governor and demanded their suspension. Leader of Opposition R. Ashok said, “Tomorrow, members may even attack the Governor. What will the government do then?” BJP leaders called the protests a breach of protocol and urged swift action. Meanwhile, Congress demanded an apology from the Governor for not reading the full speech and for leaving immediately after, which they called an insult to the national anthem. Law Minister H.K. Patil said, “It was the Governor's duty to inform about the injustice caused to Karnataka.” The Speaker’s ruling on suspensions and the incident is awaited next week.