In the Bihar assembly, the INDIA bloc protested with baby rattles demanding special status. Despite Speaker Yadav’s efforts, chaos ensued, with the Centre referencing a 2012 UPA report. Congress’ Khan and RJD’s Birendra criticized the Budget. CM Nitish’s JDU has sought special status since 2005, recently advocated by JDU’s 12 LS MPs in Sunday’s all-party meeting.