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Anti-Paper Leak Bill Advances to Rajya Sabha, One Step from Becoming Law
✍️ Aaj Tak
🗓 30 Jul 2026, 09:42 PM
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The Anti-Paper Leak Bill, passed by the Lok Sabha on July 29, has now entered the Rajya Sabha, marking a crucial step toward its enactment.
The Anti-Paper Leak Bill, which was approved by the Lok Sabha on July 29, has moved to the Rajya Sabha as part of the Monsoon Session proceedings. The bill seeks to curb the unauthorized disclosure of sensitive government documents. Its passage in the lower house was seen as a significant step toward strengthening national security measures.
In the Rajya Sabha, the bill will now be debated by members of the upper house. If it receives approval there, it will be sent to the President for assent, after which it will become an enforceable law. The time required for this process depends on the parliamentary schedule and any amendments that may be proposed.
The legislation is expected to impact journalists, editors, and media houses by imposing stricter penalties for leaking classified information. Supporters argue it will deter leaks that could compromise national security, while critics raise concerns about potential restrictions on press freedom.
Lawmakers will continue to discuss the bill in the coming days. Once both houses pass it, the bill will be forwarded for presidential assent, completing its journey from proposal to law.
In the Rajya Sabha, the bill will now be debated by members of the upper house. If it receives approval there, it will be sent to the President for assent, after which it will become an enforceable law. The time required for this process depends on the parliamentary schedule and any amendments that may be proposed.
The legislation is expected to impact journalists, editors, and media houses by imposing stricter penalties for leaking classified information. Supporters argue it will deter leaks that could compromise national security, while critics raise concerns about potential restrictions on press freedom.
Lawmakers will continue to discuss the bill in the coming days. Once both houses pass it, the bill will be forwarded for presidential assent, completing its journey from proposal to law.