Operation Sindoor Monsoon Session Debate LIVE Updates: Opposition parties launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his government, questioning why the ceasefire announcement came from US President Donald Trump instead of India. Leaders from the Congress, DMK, and SP accused the Centre of ceding diplomatic ground and failing to keep Parliament adequately informed.
They also highlighted what they called glaring security lapses behind the deadly Pahalgam attack, asking why border villages were not evacuated despite ongoing mock drills and why standard protocols were ignored even as the Valley faced heightened threats.
The government, however, dismissed the allegations of mismanagement and hit back at the Congress, accusing the Opposition of politicising a sensitive national security issue.
08:05 PM (IST) Jul 29
PM Modi urged Congress leaders not to come under pressure from one family as 'MPs were barred from speaking in Parliament'.
07:55 PM (IST) Jul 29
Prime Minister Narendra Modi blamed Congress governments for the rise in terrorism, accusing them of appeasement and weak leadership. He said some Congress leaders even supported Afzal Guru and expressed sympathy for terrorists, while poor governance led to repeated terror attacks and civilian deaths across India.
07:54 PM (IST) Jul 29
Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly criticised the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty in Parliament, saying it ignored Indian farmers and harmed development. He said Nehru accepted Pakistan's unfair demands, preventing desilting of Indian dams and stalling major water and power projects in western India for decades.
07:46 PM (IST) Jul 29
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated in Parliament that India stands for peace and prosperity, calling it the land of Buddha, not war. However, he emphasized that true peace comes through strength, underlining India’s commitment to national security while pursuing global harmony and development.
07:43 PM (IST) Jul 29
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticised the Congress party for compromising India's long-term interests, citing the Indus Waters Treaty as a key example. “Pledging India’s interests has become a habit for Congress. Just look at the Indus Waters Treaty, it gave Pakistan nearly 80% of the water. What kind of diplomacy is this?” PM Modi asked during his address in Parliament. He said such decisions have historically weakened India’s strategic leverage and reflected a careless attitude towards national priorities.
07:40 PM (IST) Jul 29
Prime Minister Narendra Modi slammed the Congress for what he called a soft stand on terrorism, accusing it of organising 'Aman Ki Aasha' mushairas even as terror attacks targeted India. "While terrorists were shedding innocent blood, Congress leaders were busy attending peace poetry events with Pakistan. This kind of mindset weakened India’s resolve and sent the wrong message to enemies," PM Modi said during the Operation Sindoor discussion in Parliament.
07:36 PM (IST) Jul 29
Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly criticised the Congress party during the Operation Sindoor debate, accusing it of compromising national security repeatedly. He said, “Before asking why Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) wasn’t reclaimed, Congress should answer who allowed Pakistan to take it in the first place. The answer is clear.” He also highlighted that in 1971, India had captured 1,000 Pakistani soldiers and large parts of Pakistan. “With greater vision and courage, PoK could have been reclaimed then,” he said. Modi further pointed out that between 1962 and 1963, some Congress leaders even proposed giving up parts of Jammu and Kashmir.
07:28 PM (IST) Jul 29
PM Narendra Modi says that the country is surprised at Congress giving a clean chit to Pakistan. He added, "They are saying that the terrorists of Pahalgam were from Pakistan. Give us proof of this. Pakistan is also demanding the same thing that Congress is making...”
07:23 PM (IST) Jul 29
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that for the first time since India’s independence, his government has taken bold and historic steps to strengthen the country's defence sector. He highlighted key reforms, including boosting domestic defence manufacturing and creating the post of Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) to improve coordination among the armed forces.
He also questioned Congress, "The country is surprised that Congress has given a clean chit to Pakistan. They are saying that the terrorists of Pahalgam were from Pakistan. Give us proof of this. Pakistan is also demanding the same thing that Congress is making..."
07:17 PM (IST) Jul 29
Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Congress party of deliberately weakening India's defence manufacturing sector after independence. He said that instead of focusing on building a strong and self-reliant military, Congress governments ignored defence needs and pursued personal gains through defence deals. "Our historic defence manufacturing capabilities were systematically weakened. Self-reliance for our armed forces was never their priority," PM Modi said, adding that his government has reversed that trend by strengthening domestic defence production.
07:12 PM (IST) Jul 29
Prime Minister Narendra Modi sharply criticised the Congress party, accusing it of relying on Pakistan for political narratives. Speaking at a recent address, PM Modi said, “On one hand, India is moving ahead rapidly on the path of self-reliance, but on the other, Congress is becoming dependent on Pakistan for issues. Unfortunately, Congress is importing issues from Pakistan.”
07:10 PM (IST) Jul 29
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that on the night of May 9, the Vice President of the United States tried calling him for an hour. PM Modi said he could not take the call because he was in a meeting with the Indian Army. He later returned the call. During the conversation, the US Vice President warned him that Pakistan was planning a major attack. PM Modi said he replied clearly that if Pakistan attacked, it would have to pay a heavy price. “If Pakistan attacks, we will launch a big counterattack,” PM Modi told the US leader.
07:04 PM (IST) Jul 29
PM Modi says, "On 10th May, India announced cessation of action under #OperationSindoor. A lot of things were said here regarding this. This is the same propaganda that has been spread from across the border..."
The PM added that Operation Sindoor is ongoing. If Pakistan dares to act recklessly, it will be given a strong and fitting response."
06:59 PM (IST) Jul 29
During the Lok Sabha discussion on Operation Sindoor, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a sharp attack on the Congress party, accusing it of using the Pahalgam terror attack for political gain. “Just 3-4 days after the 22nd April attack, Congress leaders began questioning ‘Where is the 56-inch chest?’ and ‘Where has Modi disappeared?’” he said. “They were shaping their politics even in the murder of innocent people in Pahalgam.” Modi said such remarks showed a lack of seriousness and unity in the face of national tragedy.
06:56 PM (IST) Jul 29
Speaking in the Lok Sabha during the discussion on Operation Sindoor, Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticised the Congress for not supporting India’s armed forces. “A lot was said about foreign policy and global support, which we did receive,” he said. “But sadly, the bravery and sacrifice of our soldiers did not get support from the Congress party.” PM Modi's remark came as he defended the government’s handling of the Pahalgam terror response and underlined the role of national unity during such critical times.
06:52 PM (IST) Jul 29
PM Modi says, “...Ab hamle ke baad mastermind ko nind nahi aaati, unko pata hain Bharat aayega aur maar kar jayega. This new normal has been set by India. 'Sindoor se leke Sindhu tak', we have taken action against Pakistan.”
06:50 PM (IST) Jul 29
During the Lok Sabha debate on Operation Sindoor, Prime Minister Narendra Modi firmly stated that India has adopted a clear policy to respond strongly to terror. “If a terrorist attack happens, India will hit back in its own way, at a time and place of its choosing,” he said. Modi added that nuclear blackmail from Pakistan will no longer work, and made it clear that India now sees terror groups and the governments that support them as one and the same. “There will be no more difference between terror masterminds and those giving them political cover,” the PM said, stressing India’s tough new stance.
06:46 PM (IST) Jul 29
PM Modi told Parliament that India’s strikes after the Pahalgam terror attack destroyed key terror hubs in Pakistan, including Bahawalpur and Muridke. He said India proved Pakistan’s nuclear blackmail useless and struck with precision. Many Pakistani airbases are now “in ICU,” he added. Modi said this success was possible due to India’s tech-based warfare readiness and indigenous defence systems. “Made in India” drones and missiles exposed Pakistan’s defence systems. Operation Sindoor, he said, showed the world a self-reliant, strong India that doesn’t back down from threats and responds boldly to terror.
06:41 PM (IST) Jul 29
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking in the Lok Sabha during the Operation Sindoor discussion, said that India's armed forces responded to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack with remarkable speed and precision. "Our forces avenged the cruelty within 22 minutes through pinpoint strikes," he said. Modi added that Pakistan had expected India to respond strongly and even began making nuclear threats. “On the intervening night of May 6 and 7, India acted exactly as planned. Pakistan could do nothing,” he said, praising the Indian armed forces for their swift and decisive retaliation.
06:32 PM (IST) Jul 29
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in Parliament that India’s armed forces were given complete freedom during Operation Sindoor. "They were told to decide the when, where, and how," he said, explaining that the military chose the best time and method to act. Modi added, “We are proud that terrorists were punished. The punishment was so strong that the masterminds of terrorism still lose sleep even today.” His statement underlined the government's firm stand against terrorism and support for the armed forces.
06:24 PM (IST) Jul 29
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 was not just a brutal act but a planned conspiracy to spread violence and trigger riots across India. Speaking during a discussion on Operation Sindoor in Parliament, he said the terrorists targeted innocent people after asking their religion, showing the cruel mindset behind the attack. Modi thanked citizens for standing together and not allowing the country to fall into the trap of hatred. “India’s unity defeated this conspiracy,” he said.
06:17 PM (IST) Jul 29
“The goal of the entire exercise was to protect the image of Prime Minister. If Prime Minister Modi has even half the courage of Indira Gandhi, he should come to Parliament and clearly say that we did not lose any aircraft, and that the ceasefire was not done by Trump.”
06:16 PM (IST) Jul 29
“Operation Sindoor began at 1:05 am and lasted 22 minutes. By 1:35, we had called Pakistan — told them we hit non-military targets and didn’t want escalation. Why reveal your playbook mid-battle? You didn’t just strike, you showed your limits,” he said.
“The Air Force said it lost aircraft because political leadership restricted military targets. You tied their hands, mid-fight.”
“I want to tell CDS General Chauhan, you made no mistake. It was the political leadership that tied the military’s hands.”
06:16 PM (IST) Jul 29
“Rajnath Singh compared Operation Sindoor to the 1971 war but there’s a big difference. In 1971, India had political will. Indira Gandhi gave Sam Manekshaw full freedom, even when US ships moved in,” the Congress leader said.
03:55 PM (IST) Jul 29
Rajya Sabha LoP Mallikarjun Kharge said, "No one can match Modi ji when it comes to talking big on patriotism. When their own party members insult the martyrs, why does Modi ji stay silent?
'If you don’t have courage to listen, you don’t deserve the post', Kharge slammed PM Modi's 'absence' in House.
03:38 PM (IST) Jul 29
'PM cancelled his schedule 3 days before the Pahalgam attack — was the govt aware in advance?': Mallikarjun Kharge
03:36 PM (IST) Jul 29
'We condemn Pakistan here, but your friends attend their dinners and hug them. You make the mistakes yourselves, and then you point fingers at us': Mallikarjun Kharge
03:35 PM (IST) Jul 29
"The government abandoned the people like orphans. There was no arrangement — no security, no first aid in Pahalgam. People went trusting the government, and the government left them to God's mercy,” says Priyanka Gandhi.
03:18 PM (IST) Jul 29
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday praised Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s address in the Lok Sabha, where Shah detailed the government’s actions under Operation Sindoor and Operation Mahadev. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Home Minister Amit Shah shared detailed information about Operation Sindoor and Operation Mahadev. These operations against terrorism have played a crucial role in eliminating cowardly terrorists.” Modi added that Shah spoke with full seriousness about the government’s ongoing efforts to protect the nation’s security.
03:14 PM (IST) Jul 29
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra took a sharp dig at the government during the Operation Sindoor debate, questioning the lack of clarity on how the Pahalgam terror attack took place. She said, “He spoke about terrorism, protecting the country, and gave a history lesson. But one thing was left out, how did this attack happen?” Her remarks added to Opposition’s demand for greater accountability from the government.
"Why was not even one security personnel present there (Pahalgam)?.. Is the safety and security of the citizens not the responsibility of the Prime Minister, Home Minister, and Defence Minister?...," questions Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra.
03:06 PM (IST) Jul 29
DMK MP Kanimozhi on Tuesday criticised the central government over Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s remarks during the Operation Sindoor debate in the Lok Sabha. She accused the government of turning the discussion into a political blame game instead of offering real solutions. “It’s not as if they are taking responsibility and talking about how to fix it in the future. They’re going back in history to blame people. It is sad,” Kanimozhi said, expressing disappointment over the lack of forward-looking discussion on national security.
02:52 PM (IST) Jul 29
BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad on Tuesday said that Union Home Minister Amit Shah has clearly laid out the Congress party’s history on key issues like China, Pakistan, and Kashmir, while also highlighting the government's strong stance against terrorism. Speaking to reporters in Delhi, Prasad said, “When BJP and Prime Minister Modi talk about zero tolerance towards terrorism, they also demonstrate it through their actions.” He praised Shah for informing the nation about past failures and current decisive measures, calling it a clear contrast between Congress inaction and BJP's firm leadership.
02:42 PM (IST) Jul 29
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said that Operation Sindoor must not be seen only as a response to the present situation, but as a crucial step in securing India’s future. Speaking in the Rajya Sabha, Singh highlighted the long-term strategic importance of the operation, adding that its impact goes beyond immediate military gains. “Operation Sindoor should not be viewed only in the context of the present, but its role is also highly important in shaping India’s future,” he said.
02:36 PM (IST) Jul 29
Congress MP Deepender Singh Hooda on Tuesday questioned the government’s decision to agree to a ceasefire with Pakistan, despite the Indian Army’s strong position after Operation Sindoor. Speaking in Parliament, Hooda said, “When our army had brought Pakistan to its knees, why did the government agree to a ceasefire? This was the best chance to take back PoK. The country wants to know why the government backed off.” He also raised concerns over India playing against Pakistan in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, asking, “What is the purpose of this game when Operation Sindoor is still going on?”
02:31 PM (IST) Jul 29
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said that 'the role of our armies and other security forces in ensuring India's internal and external security cannot be praised enough.'
Beginning his address in Lok Sabha, he announced that Indian security forces have eliminated all three terrorists of The Resistance Front (TRF) who were responsible for the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, in which 26 civilians were killed. He called the operation a major success and praised the Indian Army, CRPF, and Jammu & Kashmir Police for their swift and coordinated action in neutralising the attackers.
01:56 PM (IST) Jul 29
Speaking in the Operation Sindoor debate in Lok Sabha, SP MP Akhilesh Yadav said, "What was the reason due to which the government had to announce a ceasefire? We were hoping the government itself would have announced it. But since they have deep friendships, the government asked their friend to announce the ceasefire..."
01:52 PM (IST) Jul 29
Union Home Minister Amit Shah tore into the Congress this morning, claiming that former Congress chief Sonia Gandhi shed tears for the terrorists who were killed in the 2008 Batla House encounter in Delhi.
Recalling the incident, Amit Shah said he was surprised seeing then Congress chief Sonia Gandhi crying after the encounter.
"I would like to remember Salman Khurshid. One day, I was having an early breakfast when I saw him weeping on TV while leaving Sonia Gandhi's house. I thought something big had happened. He said that Sonia Gandhi was in tears over the Batla House incident. If you had to cry, you should have done that for Shaheed Mohan Sharma and not the Batla House terrorists," Mr Shah said in Lok Sabha.
12:55 PM (IST) Jul 29
Pakistan had no option than to surrender after our attack on their strategic assets, HM Shah tells LS on Pak DGMO calling Indian DGMO that led to ceasefire during Operation Sindoor.
Shah recalled Sardar Patel objecting to unilateral ceasefire announced by then PM Nehru that, Shah said, has caused the present problem in Kashmir.
12:47 PM (IST) Jul 29
PM Modi's speech in Bihar on April 24 not political but reflection of resolve of 140 crore Indians to fight terror: Amit Shah in Lok Sabha
12:44 PM (IST) Jul 29
Amit Shah informed Lok Sabha that the Lashkar-e-Taiba top commander Suleman, involved in the Pahalgam terror attack, was among the three terrorists killed by security forces during the recent Operation Mahadev in Jammu and Kashmir.