Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge, has formally written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi concerning the scheduling and conduct of the upcoming Parliament session. The correspondence comes in the wake of remarks made by Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Kiren Rijiju, during an interview with India Today.

In that interview, Rijiju indicated that the government is considering adjustments to the parliamentary calendar, a suggestion that has prompted a response from the opposition leadership. While the specific contents of Kharge’s letter have not been fully disclosed, the move signals ongoing friction between the government and the opposition regarding the management of legislative business. The opposition has frequently raised concerns about the frequency and duration of parliamentary sittings, arguing that sufficient time is not provided for the scrutiny of bills and the discussion of pressing national issues.

The government, represented by Rijiju, has maintained that any changes to the session schedule are intended to streamline legislative processes and improve efficiency. There is a clear disagreement between the two sides regarding the transparency of these scheduling decisions. Kharge’s letter serves as a formal attempt to seek clarity from the Prime Minister directly, bypassing the standard ministerial communication channels. As of now, the Prime Minister’s Office has not issued a formal response to the contents of the letter, and the exact nature of the proposed changes to the session remains subject to further government deliberation.