Amid calls from the opposition to convene a special Parliament session following the Pahalgam terror attack and India’s retaliatory Operation Sindoor, government sources suggest that the Centre is unlikely to accommodate this request before the Monsoon Session scheduled for July.
Opposition Leaders Demand Emergency Session
Rahul Gandhi, in a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, emphasized the need for parliamentary discourse on Operation Sindoor and the current ceasefire with Pakistan. “This is not a moment for silence but for collective national reflection,” he stated. Mallikarjun Kharge and Jairam Ramesh also reiterated the demand, citing the need for unity after the April 22 Pahalgam attack that killed 26 civilians.
Centre’s Response: Wait for Monsoon Session
Government insiders claim all concerns raised by the opposition will be addressed during the upcoming Monsoon Session. The last session concluded on April 4. Given that the ceasefire is in effect until May 18, the Centre does not find it urgent to schedule another session ahead of time.
BJP Urges Patience While Operation Sindoor Progresses
BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi pushed back against opposition pressure, urging leaders to wait until the operation is completed. “Let the operation conclude before raising demands that could distract or politicize our national response,” he told Times of India.
Operation Sindoor: A Strategic Response to Terror
India launched Operation Sindoor in retaliation for the brutal Pahalgam attack. According to reports, the Indian Armed Forces successfully targeted nine terrorist locations across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. While some opposition parties have raised transparency concerns, initial briefings were provided during all-party meetings post-operation.
However, the Prime Minister’s absence from those meetings has stirred debate. Critics argue that his direct involvement is necessary for democratic accountability in times of national crisis.
Ceasefire Update and Diplomatic Developments
Brokered by the United States, the current ceasefire took effect on May 10 and has been extended to May 18. Sources say talks are ongoing, and both sides have refrained from further escalations. US President Trump confirmed that diplomatic channels are open to ensure stability in the region. (Source: Reuters)
Conclusion
As tensions ease, the government’s refusal to call an emergency session may reflect confidence in the status quo—but the political and public demand for transparent dialogue remains. The real test lies in whether bipartisan unity can outlast momentary political strategy.
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