Debate Delayed: Opposition Pressures Government on Pahalgam Attack Discussion

The government has agreed to a 16-hour Lok Sabha discussion on Operation Sindoor and the Pahalgam terror attack, slated for next week due to the Prime Minister's foreign visit. Opposition demanded an immediate debate and criticized the exclusion from the week's agenda.

The Indian government has announced a 16-hour discussion in the Lok Sabha concerning Operation Sindoor and the Pahalgam terror attack. This debate is scheduled for next week while opposition parties demand it be held this week.

Sources reveal that the decision was influenced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign visit, making his presence in the House only possible next week. Opposition members expressed dissatisfaction at a Business Advisory Committee meeting, chaired by Speaker Om Birla, asserting that the current agenda lacks their demands.

Tensions rose as Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi criticized the ruling party for ignoring public interest issues. Despite the scheduled discussions, the Lower House session ended abruptly due to opposition protests.

(With inputs from agencies.)