New Delhi: Union Minister Anurag Thakur criticized the opposition parties for politicizing the Manipur issue and accused them of evading a discussion in Parliament. Thakur expressed his dismay, stating, "Opposition leaders shy away from discussing the Manipur issue and fail to actively participate in parliamentary discussions. Their lack of seriousness towards Parliament is evident. Curiously, while they may venture to Manipur, they seem hesitant to do the same in Bengal and Rajasthan. Their actions are deeply rooted in politics."

The Union Minister urged the opposition to embrace a more constructive approach and actively engage in discussions on bills rather than merely opposing them. He asserted, "Merely opposing the introduction of bills achieves little. Instead, the opposition should actively join parliamentary debates, as it will offer them profound insights."

Earlier today, senior leaders from the opposition met with President Draupadi Murmu to seek her intervention in establishing peace and harmony in Manipur. The leaders submitted a memorandum emphasizing the urgency to address the situation promptly. They implored the Prime Minister to address the Parliament on the prevailing conditions in Manipur, followed by a comprehensive discussion.

A delegation of 21 members from the opposition's Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) also visited Manipur, a region plagued by ethnic strife and violence since May 4. The demand for a comprehensive discussion on the Manipur violence has been echoing through both Houses of Parliament during the ongoing monsoon session, leading to repeated adjournments.

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