Rajnath Singh initiates debate on Op Sindoor in Lok Sabha
What's the story
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh has initiated the debate on Operation Sindoor in the Lok Sabha. In his opening remarks, Singh praised Op Sindoor, saying in Hindi, "Ye sindoor ki laali, shaurya ki kahani hai. Bharat ke mastak par veerta ki nishani hai (This red vermilion is a story of valor....a symbol of bravery on forehead of India." "After the Pahalgam attack...nine terrorist infrastructure sites were hit, in which more than 100 terrorists, their trainers, and handlers were targeted," Singh said.
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I pay my tributes: Singh
During debate in Lok Sabha on Operation Sindoor Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says, "I pay my tributes to the brave soldiers who have sacrificed their lives for the nation." pic.twitter.com/ZZH04MLDxX
— ANI (@ANI) July 28, 2025
Protest details
Lok Sabha proceedings adjourned twice
The discussion on Op Sindoor was scheduled for noon, but due to opposition demonstrations over the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in Bihar, the lower House was adjourned three times before the debate could begin at 2:00pm. As the Lok Sabha reconvened for question hour in the morning, Opposition members had raised slogans against the SIR. They sought an assurance from the government on a debate on the SIR, after a debate on Operation Sindoor.
Minister's remarks
Rijiju slams opposition
Speaker Om Birla urged them to allow important discussions to proceed but adjourned proceedings twice due to continued disruptions. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju slammed the Opposition for its disruptive tactics, saying they have made a "U-turn." He urged all members to listen to Defense Minister Singh, who was set to open the debate on Operation Sindoor. "No Opposition party should speak the language of Pakistan," Rijiju said.
EC response
EC defends sir exercise in Bihar
The controversy over Bihar's SIR revolves around allegations that it benefits the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led alliance in upcoming elections. The Election Commission of India has defended the SIR exercise in Bihar, saying no eligible voter will be deprived of their voting rights. The poll panel emphasized that it is committed to ensuring only eligible citizens vote.