Lok Sabha witnessed high drama as Rahul Gandhi cited a yet-to-be-published book by ex-Army head on China stance, prompting government retorts on its legitimacy and name, culminating in noisy scenes and adjournment.
Leaders weighed in post-adjournment. Congress’ Pramod Tiwari praised the move. ‘Purely national security focus from a general’s pen. Why government’s China kneel? Upper House okays, Lower House muzzles—national good ignored.’
Tiwari countered Rijiju by citing Nehru’s 1959-60 open Parliament session on events. ‘Instant halts today—no book debate, no President’s address. General Naravane deserves hearing; can’t risk security. Hats off to Rahul.’ Why spare other book/newspaper nods?
Manish Tewari stressed history: 1947 Pakistan discussions, prolonged 1962 China war talks, 1965 Presidential war report. ‘Mandatory Parliament time for security.’
BJP’s Madan Rathod chided Digvijay Singh’s peril cry. ‘Veteran spewing impropriety? Their Emergency slew democracy. Pleasing patrons as term ends.’
Mayank Naik leaned on electorate. ‘People empowered BJP-NDA for democracy’s keep. Voter justice prevails.’ Gandhi’s reference: ‘Halted for sapping national morale per Speaker in address debate.’
Polarization evident: Congress urges China transparency, BJP sees sabotage attempts.