Rajya Sabha has reconstituted its Panel of Vice-Chairpersons, for the smooth functioning of the House.
Six members were nominated, including Dinesh Sharma, S. Phangnon Konyak, Ghanshyam Tiwari, Phulo Devi Netam, M. Thambidurai and Sasmit Patra from different political parties.
The panel members preside over the House in absence of the Chairman and Deputy Chairman and manage debates and order.
The Chairman of Rajya Sabha is the Vice-President of India, and the Deputy Chairman is elected by members of the House.
The panel is not a permanent constitutional post, and members serve on a rotational and temporary basis.
This system ensures continuity, flexibility and smooth conduct of parliamentary proceedings.