Right to Disconnect Bill: India's Private Bills Haven't Passed Since 1970

• Private Member's Bills (PMBs) in India rarely become law; none have passed both Houses of Parliament since 1970.
• A PMB is a legislative proposal introduced by any Member of Parliament who is not a minister.
• MP Supriya Sule introduced the "Right to Disconnect Bill, 2025," aiming to give workers the legal right to disconnect from work after hours.
• PMBs face challenges like limited debate time (only Fridays), government control over the legislative calendar, and lack of bureaucratic support.
• The Right to Disconnect Bill addresses growing concerns about employee burnout and "always-on" work expectations in India.

Why It Matters: It shows how hard it is for individual MPs to pass laws, even for important worker rights.