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Rijiju says opposition ‘running away’ from Parliament debate
Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday said he was 'totally frustrated' that the Opposition was avoiding a debate in Parliament. He accused the Congress of lacking courage and said the…
The Story in Brief
Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday said he was 'totally frustrated' that the Opposition was avoiding a debate in Parliament. He accused the Congress of lacking courage and said the government was ready to extend the Monsoon Session if the Opposition agreed to discuss the NEET paper leak and student protests. Rijiju stated that Home Minister Amit Shah had written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, urging him to persuade Opposition leaders to participate in an 'open, extensive, and detailed discussion'.
Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi countered that Shah had been 'missing' from the House for 20 days and demanded answers on alleged police action against students. Gandhi said the Opposition was not interested in Shah's 'lecture' and asked who ordered the lathicharge and firing. The government has offered to start the debate at 3 pm if the Opposition submits a request by 2 pm.
The Indian Opinion
Both the government and the Opposition are playing to their galleries. The government offers a debate only on its terms and blames the Opposition for disruptions. The Opposition insists on a specific subject but uses slogans to stall proceedings. The real test is simple: will either side accept a structured debate without preconditions, or will this remain a blame game until the session ends? That answer will show who values democracy more than public posturing.
Sources (2): news.abplive.com, hindustantimes.com
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