New Delhi: Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has said that Home Minister Amit Shah will respond in Parliament to the controversy surrounding the alleged lathi-charge at Jantar Mantar. The statement came amid a standoff between the government and Opposition over the demand for the Home Minister to personally address the issue in the House.
Rijiju said the Opposition would have to listen to the government’s response and could not “run away” from the proceedings. The remarks came as tensions continued to surround the Jantar Mantar incident and its handling by the authorities.
Opposition Demands Home Minister’s Statement
The Opposition had insisted that Shah himself respond to questions surrounding the alleged use of force against protesters at Jantar Mantar. The demand became a major point of contention during parliamentary proceedings.
The government, however, maintained that the issue would be addressed through the parliamentary process and that the Home Minister would provide the required response.
Political Face-Off Intensifies
The dispute has added to the broader confrontation between the treasury benches and Opposition parties in Parliament. Opposition members have sought accountability over the incident, while the government has argued that the matter should be discussed within the established parliamentary framework.
Rijiju's remarks signal that the government intends to defend its position while ensuring that the Home Ministry's response is placed before Parliament.
What To Watch
The focus now shifts to Amit Shah's statement and the reaction from Opposition parties. The exchange could determine whether the controversy leads to a prolonged parliamentary confrontation or moves toward a formal discussion on the circumstances surrounding the Jantar Mantar incident.
