Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Parliament: Vaiko Speaks; J&K Congress Leader Absent
In a recent parliamentary session, the Deputy Chairman asked the Opposition to be considerate to a retiring MP, Vaiko, allowing him to speak.
Vaiko then discussed the challenges faced by fishermen and requested government intervention.
Meanwhile, a Congress press briefing on statehood was missing the J&K party president, leading to questions.
Other leaders took his place, while sources said he was ill, although there was speculation about his absence within party circles.
Deputy Chairman Harivansh requested the Opposition to allow MDMK MP Vaiko to speak in Zero Hour.
Vaiko, retiring, spoke on the plight of fishermen, urging the government to secure their release.
Congress J&K state president Tariq Hameed Karra was absent from a press briefing.
The briefing in Delhi addressed statehood issues, led by other Congress leaders.
Sources said Karra was unwell, causing speculation in party circles.
- Who
- Vaiko, Deputy Chairman Harivansh, and Congress leaders including Tariq Hameed Karra.
- What
- Discussions on fishermen's plight and a Congress press briefing on statehood.
- When
- During the Rajya Sabha session and a press briefing.
- Where
- Rajya Sabha and Delhi.
- Why
- Vaiko wanted to address the public before retirement, and the Congress discussed statehood.
- MP Speaking
- Vaiko
- Issue Addressed
- Plight of Fishermen
- Briefing Topic
- Statehood
- Absent Official
- Tariq Hameed Karra