On December 5, 2025, 26 landmark bills were introduced in the Rajya Sabha, addressing healthcare, the environment, AI, transparency, and social welfare. Explore how these proposed laws could reshape India’s governance and legislative future.
Introduction: 26 Bills Introduced in Rajya Sabha on December 5, 2025
On December 5, 2025, the Rajya Sabha saw the introduction of 26 new bills—many of which could transform India’s governance systems, legal rights, and institutional structures. These bills touch on crucial areas like healthcare, environmental protection, urban growth, technology, transparency, and welfare. Together, they mark a decisive move toward a more rights-based, accountable, and future-ready framework of governance.
Key Bills Introduced in Rajya Sabha (December 2025)
National Committee for Protection of Media Persons Bill, 2024
This bill proposes the establishment of a National Committee to safeguard journalists and media houses from violence, intimidation, and censorship. It envisions a structured body with dedicated units to address threats and ensure the protection of press freedom.
Urban Areas (Development and Regulation) Bill, 2024
Focused on sustainable urban growth, this bill aims to establish an Urban Areas Development and Regulation Committee to promote local, context-specific city planning, rather than adopting unsuitable foreign models.
Legislative Impact Assessment Bill, 2024
This Bill mandates post-legislative evaluation within ministries, with dedicated units to assess outcomes, efficiency, and feedback. The goal is to promote evidence-based lawmaking and reduce unnecessary judicial burden.
Right to Health Care Services Bill, 2025
This bill declares healthcare a fundamental right for every citizen and introduces accountability standards for private healthcare providers to ensure quality and affordability.
Stray and Wild Animal Attacks (Prevention and Welfare) Bill, 2025
Aims to reduce harm from animal attacks while promoting welfare through district response units, a 24×7 helpline, a victim fund, and humane animal control.
National Commission for Men Bill, 2025
Proposes a commission to address men’s issues, review gender-related laws, and promote mental and social well-being—while maintaining women’s legal protections.
Right to Read Bill, 2025
Ensures free, equal access to libraries, sets national standards, and promotes inclusivity for persons with disabilities and marginalized groups.
Central Protection of Healthcare Workers Bill, 2025
Provides legal protection to medical workers and institutions against violence, establishing state boards and district committees to enforce compliance.
National Urban Employment Guarantee Bill, 2025
Extends guaranteed wage employment to urban residents willing to work on public projects.
National Blood Transfusion Bill, 2025
Regulates the entire blood transfusion process under a National Blood Transfusion Authority to ensure safety and ethical practices.
Astrology (Regulation and Promotion) Bill, 2025
Recognizes astrology as a legitimate field, introduces practitioner regulation, and prevents fraudulent activities.
Water Bodies (Protection, Revival and Sustainable Development) Bill, 2025
Establishes a national framework to restore and protect water bodies in collaboration with state governments.
Machine Created Intellectual Asset Bill, 2025
Grants legal recognition to AI-generated works and defines ownership, ethics, and transparency standards.
Classified Information and Espionage Control Bill, 2025
Replaces the colonial-era Official Secrets Act with a modern, transparency-driven security law.
Ecocide (Prevention and Accountability) Bill, 2025
Makes ecocide a criminal offence, emphasizing accountability and environmental restoration.
National Environment Management and Regulatory Authority Bill, 2025
Creates a centralized environmental authority for regulation, monitoring, and sustainable resource use.
National Commission for the Promotion of Scientific Temper Bill, 2025
Institutionalize efforts to promote scientific reasoning and evidence-based thinking.
Protection of All Religions and Promotion of Mutual Respect for Faiths Bill, 2025
Aims to promote interfaith harmony and prevent actions that insult any religion.
Solid Waste Management Bill, 2025
Focuses on segregation, recycling, and waste-to-energy initiatives for cleaner cities.
Breast Cancer (Awareness, Early Detection and Diagnosis) Bill, 2025
Calls for nationwide awareness programs, free screening, and treatment for breast cancer patients.
Mandatory Population Control Bill, 2025
Encourages voluntary sterilization for couples with two children to stabilize population growth.
Historical Heritage Conservation Bill, 2025
Ensures identification, protection, and preservation of India’s ancient and historical sites.
Destitute Senior Citizens, Widows, and Orphans (Housing Facility) Bill, 2025
Provides housing support for vulnerable citizens, including the elderly, widows, and orphans.
Records of Court Proceedings Bill, 2025
Requires accurate recording and public access to court proceedings for transparency.
Compulsory Sports Education and Infrastructure Development in Schools Bill, 2025
Make sports education mandatory in schools and ensure basic sports facilities nationwide.
National Commission for Welfare of Sugarcane Farmers and Workers Bill, 2024
Establishes a commission to secure the welfare and rights of sugarcane farmers and workers.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Do all bills automatically become laws?
No, they must pass both Houses of Parliament and receive Presidential assent
Which Bills have the most public impact?
Those on healthcare, employment, environment, and judicial transparency affect millions directly.
Why are these bills significant?
They tackle emerging challenges in AI, healthcare,
What’s next?
The bills will go through debates, committee reviews, amendments, and voting before becoming law.
Conclusion
The introduction of these 26 bills marks a sweeping legislative effort aimed at social justice, governance reform, innovation, and sustainability. Whether or not all pass, they set the tone for India’s evolving policy priorities and governance vision.
