Parliament Winter Session Highlights: 'Public sector banks not dependent on govt funding,' says FM Sitharaman

Parliament Winter Session Live Updates: Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi said that his party plans to address crucial domestic and international matters in Parliament, particularly concerning the ongoing turmoil in Bangladesh and reported persecution of Hindus.

In his statement to ANI, Gogoi said, "We want to raise in the House, all important issues within and outside India. Our party has made statements on all those issues at different times. We have expressed our concern over this issue."

He further criticised the government's rejection of the Opposition's proposal for a constitutional debate, saying, "Parliament would have functioned from day 1 itself, had the Govt accepted the Opposition's suggestion. On the first day itself, the Opposition had suggested that there be a two-day discussion on Constitution, in the House. But for some reason, they didn't listen to us and for 5 days Parliament's time was wasted...They will have to clarify, why did they mislead the House."

The situation in Bangladesh has deteriorated following the arrest of priest Chinmoy Krishna Das, with increased attacks on minority communities. These incidents escalated after Sheikh Hasina's government was removed in August.

Global observers have voiced their concerns, with India's ministry of external affairs expressing worry about the welfare of Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh.

The Winter Session has experienced continuous disruptions due to opposition protests regarding various issues, including discussions on the Adani matter, Sambhal violence, and the Manipur situation.

Both houses of Parliament were suspended on Monday until noon and subsequently for the entire day. The session, which commenced on November 25, will continue until December 20.