BJP MP Anurag Thakur has attacked the Congress amid lobbying over Karnataka Cabinet portfolios, citing an audio clip allegedly involving Congress leaders and raising allegations that "offerings" were made to secure ministerial positions. He has asked Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi to respond.

The Bill witnessed a marathon debate that began at 2 pm on Tuesday and continued until 11 pm. The discussion resumed in the House on Wednesday before the legislation was passed