The upcoming 16 hour discussion in Parliament on&nbsp;Operation Sindoor has drawn strong support from the ruling NDA, with Shiv Sena leader Krishna Hegde asserting that the extended debate will serve as a litmus test for the Opposition&rsquo;s credibility on national security.&nbsp;
Describing the decision to hold the marathon session as &ldquo;a necessary and bold step,&rdquo; Hegde praised the Modi government for taking the initiative to bring transparency and national unity to the forefront. According to him, the debate will hold a mirror to those who, during the operation, echoed sentiments that appeared &ldquo;aligned with adversarial narratives.&rdquo;
&ldquo;The Opposition had, time and again, questioned the intent and execution of Operation Sindoor, often in language that dangerously mirrored external propaganda,&rdquo; Hegde said. &ldquo;This debate will finally make clear to the public where every political party truly stands when it comes to backing our armed forces.&rdquo;
Operation Sindoor, launched in response to the April Pahalgam terror attack, has been hailed by the Centre as a successful and necessary mission. Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier referred to it as a proud chapter in India&rsquo;s security efforts. While supporters of the government call it a strategic victory, Opposition parties have demanded detailed accountability and a full briefing from the PM himself.
The 16-hour debate, expected next week, comes amidst a turbulent Monsoon Session of Parliament, marked by walkouts and demands for clarity on both Operation Sindoor and broader security concerns. The extended format is being seen as a move not just to address those demands but to draw a firm line between political critique and national interest.
Hegde did not mince words about the political stakes involved. &ldquo;This isn&rsquo;t just about reviewing a military operation,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;It&rsquo;s about showing the nation who supports the country when it matters most and who plays politics even in matters of national security.&rdquo;

Shiv Sena: Op Sindoor Debate Will Expose Oppn

Hegde says 16-hour Parliament debate will show Opposition's stance on national security

Shiv Sena: Op Sindoor Debate Will Expose Oppn

Hegde says 16-hour Parliament debate will show Opposition's stance on national security

July 22, 2025 | 18:39 IST