Archive · 20 Jul 2025
Rijiju: Seeking Modi's Constant Presence in Parliament is Unfair
The government is saying that the opposition is being unfair by wanting the Prime Minister to be in Parliament all the time.
They say it's not the usual way things are done.
The government points out the Prime Minister usually attends unless he has other important things to do.
Some members of the opposition want the Prime Minister to answer questions about important topics such as attacks and elections.
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju criticized the Opposition for seeking the Prime Minister's presence in Parliament at all times.
Rijiju stated that it is unfair to demand the PM's constant presence, especially against parliamentary conventions.
He highlighted that PM Modi attends proceedings unless he is away on important events or international visits.
Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi expressed hope for PM Modi to address critical issues in Parliament.
Gogoi mentioned concerns about defense, foreign policy, electoral structure, and specific incidents like the Pahalgam terror attack.
- Who
- Kiren Rijiju, Gaurav Gogoi, and PM Narendra Modi.
- What
- Debate over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's presence in Parliament.
- When
- During the lead-up to and discussion at the Monsoon Session of Parliament.
- Where
- Parliament
- Why
- Opposition wants PM to address critical issues; the government finds the demand unfair.
Opposition's Perspective
Government's Perspective
PM's Presence
Opposition's Perspective
The PM's presence is needed to address critical national and international issues.
Government's Perspective
The PM's presence should not be required at all times and is unfair.
- Key Figures
- Kiren Rijiju, Gaurav Gogoi, Narendra Modi
- Event
- Monsoon Session of Parliament
- Focus
- PM's attendance in Parliament and related issues