Rajya Sabha will hold a 16-hour discussion on the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor next Tuesday. This follows two days of disruptions due to Opposition protests. Opposition MPs demanded an immediate debate, leading to multiple adjournments. The House faced repeated disruptions as members insisted on addressing the SIR issue first. Several notices for discussions were rejected, adding to the tension.
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