New Delhi [India], July 21 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament Tejasvi Surya on Monday criticised the Opposition for stalling proceedings in Parliament, emphasising that Parliament is meant for debate and discussion, not disruption.
Speaking to reporters, Surya said, “After Operation Sindoor, this is the first session of Parliament. The country has emerged victorious in both military and diplomatic spheres. Every MP and leader presented the views of the nation unitedly. However, the Opposition’s attempt to break this unity and create an atmosphere of disharmony is unacceptable. There will be every discussion, including Operation Sindoor. This is a place for debate and discussion, not disruption, and the Opposition must responsibly understand this.”
The Upper House of Parliament witnessed major disruption on the opening day of the Monsoon Session over Opposition demands for a discussion on Operation Sindoor and the Pahalgam terror attack.
Several Opposition leaders invoked Rule 267 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the Rajya Sabha to seek a suspension of the day’s business and hold a debate on the two issues.
Congress President and Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge, addressing the Upper House, said, “I have given notice under Rule 267 on the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor. Till today, the terrorists have not been caught or neutralised. All parties extended unconditional support to the government. The government should inform us about what has happened.”
Leader of the House and Union Minister JP Nadda responded that the government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, was fully prepared for a comprehensive discussion on Operation Sindoor. He noted that no such operation had ever been carried out since India’s independence and assured that the House would be allowed a full debate.
In the Lok Sabha, Speaker Om Birla expressed displeasure over the disruptions and appealed to members to allow debate and discussion within the rules. “This is the Question Hour, and the government is willing to discuss every issue. The House should run, and there should be discussion on every issue according to the rules and procedures,” Birla said.
The Monsoon Session is expected to see continued Opposition pressure on the government over security-related issues, while the Treasury benches maintain readiness for debate under proper procedures. (ANI)
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