New Delhi | July 20, 2025 —The Centre on Sunday convened an all-party meeting in New Delhi ahead of the Monsoon Session of Parliament, with Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju calling for constructive cooperation across the political spectrum.
Briefing reporters after the meeting, Rijiju emphasized the government’s readiness to engage in wide-ranging discussions, including on Operation Sindoor, India’s recent evacuation mission in conflict-hit West Asia. “We welcomed suggestions from all parties. The government is committed to ensuring meaningful debates and smooth functioning of the House,” he said.
A total of 54 leaders representing 51 political parties attended the meeting. Rijiju noted that 40 leaders actively participated, sharing their respective agendas, concerns, and expectations for the session. “The Opposition, NDA allies, and even non-aligned groups expressed views. The Business Advisory Committee will finalize the agenda for discussions,” he added.
The Opposition has strongly demanded a dedicated debate on Operation Sindoor, citing the need for transparency and national acknowledgment of the mission’s outcomes. Rijiju called the proposal “valuable,” stating that insights from the mission and subsequent diplomatic visits should be brought before Parliament.
On a related note, Rijiju confirmed that over 100 Members of Parliament have signed an impeachment motion against Justice Yashwant Verma, indicating a rare convergence across party lines. He stressed that the process would move forward only with broad consensus.
The Monsoon Session begins on Monday, July 21, and is expected to see the introduction of several key bills, including:
- Manipur GST (Amendment) Bill
- Taxation Laws (Amendment) Bill
- Jan Vishwas (Amendment) Bill
- National Sports Governance Bill
- Indian Ports Bill
- Income Tax Bill
- Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill
- Geoheritage Sites and Geo-relics (Preservation and Maintenance) Bill
Meanwhile, the Lok Sabha Secretariat has undertaken digitisation and transparency reforms under the guidance of the Speaker, aimed at modernising parliamentary procedures.
The government’s appeal for bipartisan cooperation comes at a time when legislative productivity and public trust in Parliament remain under scrutiny. The success of this session may hinge on how both the ruling and Opposition benches respond to the call for collaboration.
