Short discussion in Rajya Sabha proposed

Vice President Dhankhar clarified that he would seek counsel of senior Opposition leaders to allow a short-duration discussion or a calling attention motion on the matter at the earliest while acknowledging the importance of the issue.

Dhankhar proposed considering a short-duration discussion or calling attention motion under Rules 176 or 180, saying he would consult party leaders after Zero Hour.

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju supported an urgent discussion “under whichever rule.” Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge called for discussion on Manipur and NEET issues as well, which the Chair said were not before him at present.