CHRI’s first-of-its-kind analysis, led by Venkatesh Nayak and intern Aadi Sardesai, reveals that regional and smaller parties consistently outpaced major national parties in attendance. Some states, often overlooked in political discourse, ranked surprisingly high. The data, pulled from official Parliament records, doesn’t just point to slacking MPs; it raises deeper questions about accountability, representation, and who’s really showing up for their constituents. While headlines focus on debates and bills, the quiet truth lies in who’s actually in the chamber; and who’s not. This report might be quietly reshaping how we judge political engagement.