Jaipur (Rajasthan): Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday criticised the opposition over disruptions in Parliament, saying those who claim to have faith in the Constitution should have allowed the House to function.
Speaking to reporters, she said, "They (the opposition) go around holding a copy of the Constitution in their hands. If you truly have faith in the Constitution and truly believe in it, then you should have allowed the House to function."
Sitharaman also said Home Minister Amit Shah had assured that he would respond during a detailed discussion in Parliament, but the opposition did not allow proceedings to continue.
"Our Home Minister himself had said that I would respond in the full discussion. Even after saying this, the opposition did not allow the House to function," he stated.
Speaking about the Tiranga Yatra being organised across the country, the Union Minister said the initiative has witnessed enthusiastic participation from people, including schoolchildren.
"The Tiranga Yatra is underway across the country. Many schoolchildren have also participated in the Tiranga Yatra with great enthusiasm," she added.
