The Hindu·3 min read·medium
Parliament Monsoon Session: ‘No direction from the Chair’ for Amit Shah’s presence, says Rijiju as Opposition protests Home Minister’s absence
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Opposition members in the Rajya Sabha disrupted proceedings to demand Home Minister Amit Shah's presence regarding police action against NEET paper leak protesters. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju defended the government, stating there was no formal direction from the Chair for the Minister's attendance.
Rajya Sabha proceedings were adjourned for about half an hour on Friday (August 7, 2026) morning as Opposition members continued to disrupt the House, demanding the presence of Home Minister Amit Shah to respond on police action on students who protested against the alleged NEET paper leak.
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