Breaking News: Opposition Urges Inclusive Process, Criticizes JPC Report for Ignoring Dissenting Views

In a recent Rajya Sabha session, the Leader of the Opposition raised concerns regarding the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) report and its handling, particularly in relation to the Waqf Board. While the JPC report was presented after a brief delay due to opposition protests, the Opposition leader criticized the exclusion of dissenting views in the report. He argued that several members had expressed their disagreements through dissent notes, which were not adequately considered in the final report. This, he said, undermined the democratic and procedural integrity of the committee’s work. The Opposition leader also questioned the involvement of non-stakeholders in the process, criticizing the practice of calling external individuals to provide statements while sidelining the voices of elected Parliamentarians. He raised concerns that this method of handling the report was against established parliamentary procedures. Furthermore, he emphasized that the inclusion of outside opinions undermined the perspectives of those who had actively participated in the parliamentary debate and expressed dissent within the house. The leader called for a more inclusive and transparent process, one that respects the voices of all stakeholders, including those with differing views. He reiterated the Opposition's commitment to supporting inclusive growth and peaceful development, while stressing the importance of following proper procedures for the benefit of the country.