on the demand for a discussion on Manipur and a statement from PM Modi on the prevailing state of affairs in the state since the start of the Monsoon Session of Parliament on July 20.
While the Treasury said it was ready for a discussion on Manipur, the Opposition insisted on a debate under adjournment motion.
Amid the disruptions in the Rajya Sabha over the Manipur issue, Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar on Friday held a meeting with leaders of all Opposition parties to discuss the proceedings of the Upper House next week.
The BJP’s Leader of the House in the Rajya Sabha and Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday said the Opposition should proper functioning of the House by way of dialogue, debate and discussion.
Earlier, Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited Manipur during which he announced several steps to restore peace.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi had visited the state in June. (Agencies)
