The Economic Times

Behind the Parliament standoff: How HM's absence, delimitation bill and FCRA played out

Opposition circles feel they controlled the narrative during the monsoon session. They also forestalled the government's anticipated second push with a Constitution amendment bill. Both sides are now bracing for pushback on the ground beyond Parliament. The Home Minister's absence was tactical, buying time for gathering protest dossiers. Political circles watch for the Home Minister's statements outside Parliament and the investigating team's report.