Is a Special Session on 'Operation Sindoor' Necessary?

New Delhi, June 3 (NationPress) Amidst the Opposition's call for a special session of Parliament regarding 'Operation Sindoor', the recent cross-border initiative by the Indian armed forces aimed at dismantling terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir following the Pahalgam terror incident, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has voiced its support, deeming it essential for national preparedness.

Conversely, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) have vehemently criticized this demand, accusing the Opposition of politicizing matters of national security.

RJD leader Sudhakar Singh stressed the importance of a serious parliamentary discussion on the operation. In a statement to IANS, Singh remarked, “You may recall that 15–20 days ago, I urged as an MP that Prime Minister Modi should swiftly convene a special session of Parliament. 'Operation Sindoor' exposes a larger failure in our foreign, defense, and domestic policies. Thanks to our military's valor, we have triumphed against a faltering nation like Pakistan. But are we equipped if a similar crisis emerges with China? What we recently observed was concerning.”

He added, “The Prime Minister owes Parliament an explanation — not just the public — regarding why, after visiting 148 countries in 11 years, we found no allies. What was the point of those trips?”

Meanwhile, RLD leader Malook Nagar dismissed the special session call, suggesting that the Opposition is leveraging national security for political gain. “The nation must take precedence — above party affiliations, caste, religion, or status. What is unfolding now is merely a political maneuver. Our legislative framework has existed since 1913, and never have both sides advanced together. We are no longer the nation we were under Congress; this is the NDA, the nation of Prime Minister Modi and the people — including those in Opposition,” he stated.

Nagar highlighted that India’s economy is presently ranked fourth globally, a milestone that former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh had predicted would only occur by 2040. “Yet, we achieved this ahead of time. Despite this, Congress and the INDIA bloc act as though they are losing ground. Leaders like Salman Khurshid and Shashi Tharoor seem to be losing faith in their own party. The Opposition is prioritizing politics over the nation,” he told IANS.

He further pointed out that certain leaders, including Jairam Ramesh, make statements that become headlines in Pakistan. “Such comments are either for superficial popularity or to preserve political relevance. The people of India are observant. If things remain unchanged, candidates like Jairam Ramesh will struggle in elections here — perhaps he aspires to contest from Pakistan,” Nagar asserted.

Echoing similar sentiments, BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal dismissed the notion of a special session. “It is the government’s discretion to decide when to convene a special session. Most sessions are planned, while special ones arise only during extraordinary situations. Our DGMO has already elucidated the facts regarding 'Operation Sindoor'. The Prime Minister, Home Minister, and Defence Minister have addressed this matter. What else needs discussion?” he questioned.

Khandelwal accused the Opposition of trying to exploit the situation: “They are not genuinely concerned about national security — they merely wish to politicize 'Operation Sindoor'. This is purely a political strategy,” he concluded.

Meanwhile, government sources indicated that the demand for a special session on 'Operation Sindoor', which dealt a significant blow to terror infrastructure across the border, is not being entertained. As the Monsoon Session of Parliament will commence in July, it was suggested that there is no justification for holding a special session at this time. However, the possibility of discussing 'Operation Sindoor' in the Monsoon Session remains unlikely.