NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi targeted the opposition on Monday, saying that those repeatedly rejected by the public were attempting to disrupt Parliament for political purposes.
Speaking to reporters at the start of the winter session of Parliament, PM Modi said, “There should be a healthy debate in the Parliament but, unfortunately, certain individuals are trying to control Parliament for their own political gains, resorting to disruptions and chaos.”
“Those rejected by the people 80-90 times do not let discussions take place in Parliament,” PM further said, adding, “though their tactics ultimately fail, the people watch their behaviour closely and deliver justice when the time comes.”
Modi’s remarks followed the BJP-led coalition’s victory in the Maharashtra Assembly elections, where it won 235 seats, while the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi secured only 49 seats in the 288-member House.
Modi said he had urged opposition members to allow Parliament to function smoothly, and some had agreed. However, he said, “Those who have been continuously rejected by the public ignore the words of their colleagues and disrespect their sentiments and that of democracy.”
Further highlighting the importance of the winter session, PM said, “This is the Winter Session, hopefully, the atmosphere will also be cool. This is the last session of 2024, and the country is enthusiastically awaiting 2025. This session is special in many ways. The most significant aspect is that our Constitution is entering its 75th year — a monumental moment for our democracy. Tomorrow, we will commence this extraordinary occasion together in the new Parliament building.”
The winter session of Parliament started on Monday and will continue until December 20.
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