Congress floor leaders hold meeting, discuss Pahalgam terror attack, revision of electoral rolls in Bihar

The meeting was held at the residence of Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, in the presence of the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha and party MP Rahul Gandhi.

Speaking with media after the meeting, Congress MP Pramod Tiwari said, "What was discussed yesterday, the same was done today - a specific date should be given for discussion on Bihar (SIR) issue and Pahalgam (terrorist attack). There should be discussions on the notices that we have moved. We have formed our internal strategy on the same."

Tiwari said that the Congress wants the House to function peacefully, emphasising the need to hold discussion on several key issues, such as the Pahalgam terror attack and US President Donald Trump's claims of brokering cessation of hostilities between India and Pakistan through "trade."

"It all depends on the Government. We want the House to function peacefully. Pahalgam is a big matter; the country is facing humiliation. Trump is making remarks for the 24th time, and we do not want to have a discussion on the same."

Tiwari also questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi about his visit to the Maldives and the United Kingdom during the ongoing Parliament session.

"PM wanted to fix a date for his foreign visit. House (dates for Parliament session) is decided by the cabinet itself. So, why did they fix a date when the PM can go abroad when the convene a session. We had demanded a special session. So, even if there is not a special session, get the discussion in general session itself but get it done. PM should be present," he said.

Additionally, Congress MP KC Venugopal said, "Whatever decision we have taken in the INDIA Alliance meeting two days before, we are going to implement it."

He then added, "If the Government is ready for a discussion, let us have a clear idea about when it is going to discuss."

The Monsoon Session of Parliament began on Monday, with the Opposition making rigorous demands for a discussion on the Pahalgam terror attack and the Government's response through Operation Sindoor. (ANI)