Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi Slams Centre Over Pahalgam Attack, Demands PM’s Response in Parliament

NEW DELHI-  Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi highlighted several key issues to reporters after an all-party meeting convened by the Centre on Sunday, July 20, 2025, ahead of the Monsoon Session of Parliament. These issues, which he urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address in Parliament, include:

Pahalgam Terror Attack and Security Lapses: Gogoi emphasized the need for clarity on the April 22, 2025, terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, and the associated security lapses. He stressed the government’s responsibility to address the incident, including comments made by the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir.

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Foreign Policy Concerns: Gogoi criticized the government’s silence on U.S. President Donald Trump’s claims about mediating a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. He urged the Prime Minister to clarify India’s foreign policy stance, particularly in response to these claims, which he suggested could undermine India’s dignity and the bravery of its armed forces.

Defence Preparedness and Two-Front Axis: Gogoi raised concerns about a potential two-front conflict involving China, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, as highlighted by senior army officers. He stressed the importance of discussing defence and foreign policy in Parliament to address these strategic challenges.

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Electoral Integrity and Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in Bihar: Gogoi expressed concerns about the Election Commission’s functioning, particularly regarding the special intensive revision of electoral rolls in Bihar and its potential extension to other states. He underscored the importance of protecting every citizen’s right to vote and addressing uncertainties around the electoral structure.

Unrest in Manipur: Gogoi criticized the government’s handling of the ongoing ethnic violence in Manipur, noting that despite the Prime Minister’s assurances of peace, the state continues to face turmoil after two and a half years. He questioned why the Prime Minister has not visited Manipur, despite traveling to other countries.

These issues were raised as part of the Congress party’s demand for accountability and transparency from the government during the upcoming Monsoon Session of Parliament, starting July 21, 2025.