Union Minister Kiren Rijiju’s pointed remarks have ignited debate after opposition MPs disrupted President Droupadi Murmu’s parliamentary address. Labeling it an unforgivable affront, Rijiju warned that the nation would hold the culprits accountable indefinitely.
The address brimmed with historical gravitas—honoring Vande Mataram’s sesquicentennial, Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay’s legacy, and Guru Teg Bahadur’s 350-year martyrdom milestone. President Murmu urged citizens to embrace these ideals, but opposition interruptions turned reverence into rowdyism.
‘What kind of responsible lawmaker creates mayhem at such a moment?’ Rijiju questioned reporters. He differentiated healthy political discourse from this ‘shameful conduct,’ insisting the President’s platform transcends party lines.
Parliament’s role as democracy’s apex forum demands unwavering decorum, Rijiju asserted. His call for opposition self-reflection resonates amid recurring disruptions plaguing sessions. This incident, he noted, elevates beyond politics to question the essence of national pride.
Looking ahead, Rijiju’s words serve as a litmus test for parliamentary maturity. With key legislative agendas pending, restoring order is imperative. The public, weary of spectacles, seeks leaders who honor institutions over indulge egos.