Parliament's Monsoon Session To Begin Today, Intense Showdowns Likely
The Monsoon Session of Parliament opens with high tensions as the opposition challenges the government over the inclusion of the Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI) in all-party meetings. The session is expected to be dominated by debates over the NCPI's legitimacy and the government's push for a two-thirds majority.
Why it matters
The political maneuvering regarding the NCPI and the potential for a two-thirds majority could significantly alter the balance of power and the ease with which the government passes constitutional amendments.
The parliament's monsoon session will open today amid an acrimonious battle between the Centre and the Opposition parties over key issues, including contentious bills and Trinamool Congress MPs aligning with the National Democratic Alliance (NDA).Intense debates on national controversies are expected to dominate the 19 sittings till the monsoon session ends on August 13. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is also expected to address the media this morning, just before the session starts.The Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI) is the prime target of the Opposition parties.
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