Oppn. trying to run away from NEET debate by attaching pre-conditions: Rijiju in Lok Sabha
Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju speaks in the Rajya Sabha during the Monsoon session of Parliament, on July 23, 2026. | Photo Credit: PTI Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Thursday (July 23, 2026) accused the Opposition of attaching “pre-conditions” and trying to run away from a debate on the NEET paper ‘leak’ issue. As the Opposition insisted on the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Mr. Rijiju told the Lok Sabha that during the discussion, the government would also like to put across its point of view on the matter. Parliament Monsoon Session Day 4 LIVE updates – July 23, 2026 He said Opposition members can speak for as long as they want and the discussion can take place even for two days. Further, Mr. Rijiju said the date and duration of the discussion in both the Houses can be decided by the Opposition. According to him, the government has approached the Congress and other Opposition parties on having the debate. Mr. Rijiju made these remarks after the House reconvened at noon following …




