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Business Standard
an hour ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Operation Sindoor to come up for discussion next week in Parliament
The government on Monday agreed to have a discussion on Operation Sindoor in the two Houses of Parliament, and it is likely to take place next week after Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi returns from his visits to the United Kingdom (UK) and Maldives. Modi is scheduled to be in the UK on July 23-24 and in Maldives on July 25-26. Indications that the government was prepared to have a discussion on Operation Sindoor came in the morning in the PM's customary remarks before the start of the session. He described Parliament's monsoon session as a 'Vijay Utsav' and expressed confidence that members of Parliament (MPs) would articulate this sentiment in one voice. 'This monsoon session is a very proud session for the country. It is like a 'Vijay Utsav' (celebration of victory) for the nation. The world witnessed the capability of armed forces. They achieved their targets 100 per cent,' the PM said in a reference to Operation Sindoor. Alluding to astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla becoming the first Indian to set foot on the facility, the PM said the Indian flag was recently unfurled at the International Space Station. He also spoke of the 'shrinking footprint of Naxalism' and that the red zone was turning into a green-growth zone, which, he said, was evidence that the Constitution was prevailing over bombs and guns. Modi spoke of the bountiful monsoon helping economic activities. He said water reservoir levels had trebled in the past 10 years, which would benefit the economy. The PM said prior to 2014, India grappled with double-digit inflation. 'Today, with inflation rates hovering around 2 per cent, citizens are experiencing relief and improved ease of living. Low inflation, coupled with high growth, reflects a strong and steady development journey,' he said. Parties in the INDIA bloc have demanded the PM address Parliament on Operation Sindoor and also clarify American President Donald Trump's claims that he got India and Pakistan to end hostilities. In his pre-session remarks Modi lauded the multiparty delegations, which comprised MPs from different parties, which visited various parts of the world to convey India's position post-Operation Sindoor. Later in the day, at a meeting of the Business Advisory Committee (BAC) of the Lok Sabha, government representatives noted the PM was going abroad this week, and a debate on Operation Sindoor would take place when he was present in the House next week. Some Opposition members also called for a debate on the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Bihar and the situation in Manipur. With the impasse continuing, the Lower House was adjourned for the day as protesting Opposition members disrupted proceedings. Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi criticised the government for not including the Opposition's demand for a discussion on the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor in this week's agenda.
News18
an hour ago
- Politics
- News18
Opposition Wants PM Modi To Lead Op Sindoor Debate, But Here's Why Govt Prefers Rajnath Singh
The precedent was set during the Galwan Valley clashes on the Indo-China border in 2020 when Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed Parliament The opposition wants Prime Minister Narendra Modi to speak on Operation Sindoor in Parliament, but the Centre is insisting that Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will lead the charge as it was a military operation. The precedent was set during the Galwan Valley clashes in 2020 on the Indo-China border when Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed Parliament. Similarly, during Operation Sindoor, Modi addressed the nation, but Singh delivered the official statement in Parliament. Last year, after the political upheaval in Bangladesh when former prime minister Sheikh Hasina fled to India, it was Foreign Minister S Jaishankar who briefed both the Houses. In all-party meetings held before each Parliament session, Singh or JP Nadda typically chair them. On Monday, senior ministers met Modi in Parliament and appraised him of the opposition's demand of him making a statement on Operation Sindoor. He will be available in Parliament only next week when he returns from his foreign tour. The opposition has demanded that the Prime Minister should be present at all-party meetings and address Parliament on major issues. The Congress questioned why he was leaving for a four-day foreign tour this week when Parliament is in session and wants to discuss Operation Sindoor. The BJP views this as an attempt by the opposition parties to target Modi on every issue. The government wants to take a clear stand on US President Donald Trump's claims about the 'ceasefire" between India and Pakistan, as the PM did during his 35-minute phone call with Trump last month but is cautious not to affect the upcoming Indo-US trade deal. It is unclear when the discussion on Operation Sindoor will happen – the opposition wants it next week when Modi returns. VIJAY UTSAV, SAYS PM MODI The PM set the tone for the monsoon session on Monday by suggesting that it should be celebrated as a 'Vijay Utsav' given Operation Sindoor's success. The opposition quickly responded. 'Yes, Operation Sindoor was a success and a response to terror activities from Pakistan soil. I was part of the all-party delegations that went abroad. However, you can only celebrate when you have the terrorists who carried out the attack. The closure for the families will come when these terrorists are killed or hanged. We haven't yet found the terrorists…and the true Vijay Utsav will be the day we do that…and also know the lapses," Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi told News18. The BJP has questioned why the opposition believes Trump's claims over the country's PM. Shiv Sena leader and NDA ally Milind Deora told News18 that the 'opposition should have faith in our Prime Minister over other state heads". BJP MP from Gorakhpur, Ravi Kishan said it is a 'victory session" for the government. 'We smashed Pakistan very badly and the world has seen it. I take pride in what my PM says…and I won't comment on what Trump has said," Kishan said. Congress MP Imran Masood said Modi should publicly contradict Trump's claims. 'We want our PM to look strong. We want the government to lay out facts," he said. Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
NDTV
3 hours ago
- Politics
- NDTV
16-Hour Debate On Operation Sindoor In Parliament Next Week
A 16-hour debate on Operation Sindoor has been scheduled for next week in parliament. This was announced by the Business Advisory Committee after strong demands from the Opposition. The Opposition has insisted that the debate should be held this week and Prime Minister Narendra Modi must reply. But the matter had to be deferred to next week in view of a scheduled foreign visit of the Prime Minister. Operation Sindoor - the Indian retaliation to the April 22 terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam -- was among the eight topics the Opposition had sought discussion on during the monsoon session of parliament. The topics were decided on during a marathon virtual meeting of 24 Opposition parties last week. The government's assent to the Operation Sindoor debate came since, sources have said. Earlier today, addressing the media ahead of the Monsoon Session, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had hailed Operation Sindoor as a 'Vijay Utsav' (victory celebration) for the nation, describing it as a shining testament to the strength and precision of the Indian Armed Forces. "This Monsoon Session is a 'Vijay Utsav'," PM Modi said. "The entire world has witnessed the strength of the Indian Armed Forces. The objective set for Operation Sindoor was achieved with 100 per cent success. In just 22 minutes, our forces neutralised terrorists in their own hideouts," he said.
Time of India
6 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Parliament monsoon session: PM Modi holds high-level meet; Amit Shah, Nadda and several others present
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the media ahead of the Monsoon Session of Parliament, in New Delhi on Monday. (Pic credit: ANI) NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held a high-level meeting in Parliament, likely regarding the ongoing Monsoon session. Several senior BJP leaders, including Amit Shah , JP Nadda, Rajnath Singh, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Nirmala Sitharaman , Kiren Rijiju, and Arjun Meghwal, marked their presence in the meeting. "The meeting likely discussed and made decisions regarding the Parliament session," according to news agency ANI. — ANI (@ANI) The Monsoon session commenced on Monday and will continue till August 21, with a break from August 12 to August 18. A total of 21 sittings across 32 days will be there. In his customary remarks before the session's start, PM Modi said, "This Monsoon session is a very proud session for the country. It is like a 'Vijay Utsav' (celebration of victory) for the nation. The world witnessed the capability of armed forces. They achieved their targets 100 per cent."
Time of India
6 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
PM Modi hails Operation Sindoor as 'Vijay Utsav', triggers BJP-Congress war of words
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed Operation Sindoor as a "Vijay Utsav" (Victory Celebration) for the nation, praising the Indian Armed Forces for their swift and precise action. Speaking ahead of the Monsoon Session, the PM said that the entire Parliament should unite to honor the success of the mission, which neutralized terrorists in just 22 minutes.#operationsindoor #vijayutsav #narendramodi #manojtiwari #manoharlalkhattar #kcvenugopal #randhawa #bjpvscongress #parliamentdebate #indiandefence #antiterrorism #indiapolitics #modibyte #congressdemands #ceasefiredebate #nationalsecurity #indianarmy #aniupdates #monsoonsession2024 Read More
