India's Monsoon Session Looms Over Key Bills and Home Minister Amit Shah's Absence

In the final four days of India’s Monsoon Session, both the ruling BJP and the opposition Congress have issued strict whips to ensure full attendance of their MPs. The government is expected to push three major pieces of legislation – the Delimitation Bill, the Women’s Reservation Bill and the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) Bill – before the session ends on August 13. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been meeting newly elected MPs, while Home Minister Amit Shah has not appeared in either house for two weeks, drawing criticism from opposition leaders demanding a statement on the Jantar Mantar police crackdown. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju defended the government’s stance, saying the opposition cannot dictate ministerial appearances. Speculation remains about whether Shah will address the house before the session closes, a move seen as crucial to avoid further political friction.