The Senate session on Tuesday was once again marred by opposition protests, leading to the suspension of three members.

Deputy Chairman Senate took stern action, ordering the expulsion of senators Aun Abbas, Humayun Mohmand, and Falak Naz Chitrali from the House.

Their membership remains suspended for the remainder of the ongoing session.

Following the announcement, the opposition staged a strong protest, chanting slogans against the deputy chairman, and demanding his resignation.

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Opposition leader Shibli Faraz criticised the deputy chairman’s conduct, calling it inappropriate.

“The treatment meted out to members during yesterday’s session was unacceptable. The language used was an insult to parliamentarians,” he asserted.

In response, the deputy chairman defended his previous ruling, emphasising that the House would function according to the law and that disruptive behaviour would not be tolerated.

He warned that if the opposition continued such actions, stricter measures would be taken.

However, Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar attempted to defuse tensions and urged members to move forward with the proceedings.

The session remained tense even during the question-hour segment, with opposition members continuing their protests.

In a sharp retort, Tarar mocked the opposition, saying, “Move beyond ‘Ooo Ooo,’ or soon you’ll start making animal sounds.”

The deputy chairman also addressed opposition members, saying, “It’s time for the call to prayer; go and engage in worship.”

Tensions escalated further when opposition members began chanting, “Recover the Senate chairman.”

The session was eventually adjourned until Friday at 10.30am.