Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Sunday emphasized the government’s readiness for open and inclusive discussions during the Monsoon Session of Parliament, beginning Monday, July 21. Speaking after an all-party meeting attended by 54 members from 51 political parties, Rijiju stated that the Centre is willing to discuss all major issues — including Operation Sindoor and former U.S. President Donald Trump’s ceasefire claims — as long as they are raised within the formal framework of Parliament.
Rijiju underscored the government’s commitment to a smooth and productive session, urging coordination between the government and the Opposition. “We are ready for discussions with an open heart. We value rules and parliamentary traditions,” he said, adding that 17 bills are scheduled to be introduced during the session.
He reiterated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi remains actively involved in key parliamentary discussions and assured that the Centre will not avoid any debate. However, he insisted that sensitive matters, such as international affairs involving Trump’s ceasefire remarks, will be addressed only within the House, not in the media or public forums.
In a significant announcement, Rijiju confirmed that the government plans to move forward with an impeachment motion against Justice Yashwant Varma, backed by over 100 MPs. While the exact timeline remains undecided, Rijiju assured that it will be shared “in due course.”
Additionally, the minister addressed concerns from smaller political parties about unequal speaking time in Parliament. He promised that the government would raise the issue with the Lok Sabha Speaker and the Rajya Sabha Chairman, and push for a fairer time allocation through the Business Advisory Committee (BAC).
Rijiju described the all-party meeting as "constructive," noting that members from the NDA, INDIA bloc, and independents voiced their priorities for debate. He concluded by stressing that running Parliament efficiently is a shared responsibility, regardless of party lines or ideology.
