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India Gazette
16 hours ago
- General
- India Gazette
"It's for govt to fulfil duty, convene parliament...": CPI-M MP John Brittas after five-nation visit
New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): After concluding a five-nation visit as part of an all-party delegation, Communist Party of India (Marxist) MP, John Brittas urged the government to now convene Parliament and inform the public and the international community about India's position. Speaking to ANI upon his return, Brittas said, 'Now, since the opposition members who are part of the outreach delegations have fulfilled their obligations and duties, it is for the government to fulfil its duty, convene the parliament, and inform the people and the world community.' Brittas said that the delegation received a 'mixed response' during their tour, which aimed to address international concerns and perceptions about India's current situation with Pakistan. 'There was much misinformation in that part of the globe, maybe because of the Western media's reportage on the Indo-Pak skirmishes. There were impressions that India has been doing something against Pakistan, and our mission could ensure that India's position is explained,' Brittas told ANI. Brittas emphasised the positive impact of the outreach effort, stating, 'We feel that the message of this mission has gone down very well among those countries we visited.' He further added, 'At the end of this mission, we feel that we have been able to fulfil the responsibility given to us.' Now that the delegation's role has concluded, Brittas placed the onus on the government to respond to both domestic and global expectations.'It is for the government to fulfil its duty, convene the parliament, and inform the people and the world community,' he repeated. Earlier, the Communist Party of India (Marxist) MP termed their visit as a 'successful' one. 'It has been a successful trip to the five nations. We met many sections of society. We could convey the message of India about what happened and how cross-border terrorism affects us. We understand that they appreciate that India wants to be on the path of peace and progress,' Brittas said. Brittas was part of an all-party delegation, led by JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha, and included BJP MPs Aparajita Sarangi, Brij Lal, Pradan Baruah, Hemang Joshi, TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee, and Congress leader Salman Khurshid. The all-party delegation visited Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Singapore, and Malaysia. (ANI)
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Kerala Railway Projects: CPM MP urges rail minister to reject move to surrender Kerala project funds, ET Infra
Advt Advt Communist Party of India (Marxist) MP John Brittas has written to Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and the Railway Board, requesting them to reject the Southern Railway 's move to surrender funds allocated for projects in Kerala in the 2025-26 separate letters addressed to Vaishnaw and the Railway Board chairman, Brittas has expressed strong objection to a proposal submitted by the Southern Railway through a letter dated May 14 to surrender a substantial portion of the funds allocated in the budget for the Financial Year 2025-26 for the Angamali-Sabarimala and Tirunavaya-Guruvayur railway has urged for immediate intervention to discard the Southern Railway's recommendation and ensure continued financial support for these crucial projects in the southern state."These projects, envisaged decades ago, remain unfinished due to persistent institutional apathy, despite their strategic, economic, and socio-cultural significance," Brittas said in his letter addressed to termed the move a blatant continuation of the long-standing neglect of Kerala's railway infrastructure and emphasised that the Angamali-Sabarimala line is of national significance given the magnitude of the Sabarimala pilgrimage , while the Tirunavaya-Guruvayur line is vital for improving connectivity in northern pointed out that the Southern Railway has also proposed surrendering funds for projects in Tamil Nadu, revealing a broader pattern of bureaucratic disregard for long-standing railway demands in south India."The decision to surrender funds, ironically justified by citing a 'frozen' status, amounts to a perpetuation of neglect rather than an attempt at rectification. It is pertinent to note that the very status of these projects as 'frozen' is symptomatic of the broader pattern of railway discrimination against Kerala, where critical demands are either delayed or denied," the Left leader requested the minister to issue directions to the board to reject the Southern Railway's recommendations in this regard and instruct the authorities concerned to ensure the continuation, acceleration and proper funding of these long-pending projects."Kerala cannot be expected to wait indefinitely for basic rail infrastructure," he said.
Indian Express
3 days ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
Delhi Confidential: United front
In Jakarta, Congress leader and outreach delegation member Salman Khurshid eloquently praised the ruling BJP's 'graciousness' in including members of Opposition parties in the initiative. His statement, however, didn't sit well with some of the Opposition MPs. Addressing the Indian community in Kuala Lumpur, CPI(M) MP John Brittas, who is a part of the same delegation, said Khurshid had forgotten to complete his statement and mention the Opposition's 'equally gracious response' to the gesture of the ruling party. Keen to play the non-partisan role, JD(U)'s Sanjay Kumar Jha, the delegation head, in his own stride declared that the mission's success was a result of exemplary mutual courtesy of both sides. Past Connection A grand event organised in Agra on Sunday to commemorate the 300th birth anniversary of Ahilyabai Holkar, the revered queen of Malwa kingdom, drew a large crowd from Pal, Baghel and Dhangar communities across multiple states. The event was orgainsed by Union Minister S P Singh Baghel, who, it is learnt, had been involved in its preparations for the last one month. Addressing the gathering, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar said he shared a personal connection with one of the communities present at the event. 'I remember in my childhood, the Rebari of our village played a big role in raising me,' he said, referring to the traditionally nomadic pastoralist community found primarily in Rajasthan. Late To The Party Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu's address at CII annual summit in Delhi recently went smooth but for one small mishap affecting his team. A senior IAS officer in the CM's team who arrived a bit late at the venue and sought entry through the VIP entrance was stopped by security personnel. The officer then refused to attend the programme and stayed out through the night. He joined Naidu after the event was over and left in a huff from the venue, sources said.
Malaysia Sun
3 days ago
- Politics
- Malaysia Sun
"Purpose of mission has been accomplished:" All-Party Delegation member Brittas in Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur [Malaysia], June 1 (ANI): All-Party Delegation Member and CPI-M MP John Brittas, who is part of the JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha-led delegation visiting Malaysia on Sunday, said that they have successfully conveyed India's message that all countries should unite against terrorism. Brittas, while talking to ANI, said that the delegation has held several meetings and also addressed the Indian community here. 'We have a comprehensive strategic friendship with had a couple of meetings and also addressed the Indian feel that the purpose of the mission has been accomplished. We successfully conveyed the message of India that all the countries have to unite in the fight against terrorism,' Brittas said. While interacting with the Indian diaspora here, he pointed out that Pakistan is a rogue nation, which has now become a military-controlled nation. 'Pakistan has plummeted to a military-controlled nation. Their military leader, Asim Munir, has self-declared himself the Field Marshal. This happens only in a banana republic or a rogue nation,' Brittas said, referring to Munir's comments on two-nation policy and his promotion despite Pakistan's embarrassing failure in the face of Operation Sindoor. Brittas appealed to Malaysia that a country must not stay silent when another faces terror attacks stating that terrorism catches up with those who stay silent. 'A significant distinction between Indian and Pakistan is that we are a secular nation and Pakistan is a theocratic nation... Pakistan doesn't even have a civil administration... That is one message we wanted to convey to all the nations- You shouldn't be neutral or silent when terror inflicts India, because terror always turns around and catches up with those who helped it,' he said. Brittas said that India has a no first use policy, as all Indian Prime Ministers have tried to co-exist with Pakistan. 'India is the one country that has taken a decision that we will never use nuclear weapons as a first resort against any country... We have tried to co-exist with Pakistan. All the Prime Ministers, all the governments of India have tried their level best to extend their hand for friendship towards Pakistan... Our message is that no nation should be neutral or silent on this cardinal aspect of terrorism.' The delegation to Indonesia, Malaysia, South Korea, Japan, and Singapore is led by JD-U MP Sanjay Kumar Jha. It includes Aparajita Sarangi (BJP), Abhishek Banerjee (Trinamool Congress), Brij Lal (BJP), John Brittas (CPI-M), Pradan Baruah (BJP), Hemang Joshi (BJP), Salman Khurshid and Mohan Kumar. (ANI)
India Gazette
4 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Purpose of mission has been accomplished:" All-Party Delegation member Brittas in Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur [Malaysia], June 1 (ANI): All-Party Delegation Member and CPI-M MP John Brittas, who is part of the JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha-led delegation visiting Malaysia on Sunday, said that they have successfully conveyed India's message that all countries should unite against terrorism. Brittas, while talking to ANI, said that the delegation has held several meetings and also addressed the Indian community here. 'We have a comprehensive strategic friendship with had a couple of meetings and also addressed the Indian feel that the purpose of the mission has been accomplished. We successfully conveyed the message of India that all the countries have to unite in the fight against terrorism,' Brittas said. While interacting with the Indian diaspora here, he pointed out that Pakistan is a rogue nation, which has now become a military-controlled nation. 'Pakistan has plummeted to a military-controlled nation. Their military leader, Asim Munir, has self-declared himself the Field Marshal. This happens only in a banana republic or a rogue nation,' Brittas said, referring to Munir's comments on two-nation policy and his promotion despite Pakistan's embarrassing failure in the face of Operation Sindoor. Brittas appealed to Malaysia that a country must not stay silent when another faces terror attacks stating that terrorism catches up with those who stay silent. 'A significant distinction between Indian and Pakistan is that we are a secular nation and Pakistan is a theocratic nation... Pakistan doesn't even have a civil administration... That is one message we wanted to convey to all the nations- You shouldn't be neutral or silent when terror inflicts India, because terror always turns around and catches up with those who helped it,' he said. Brittas said that India has a no first use policy, as all Indian Prime Ministers have tried to co-exist with Pakistan. 'India is the one country that has taken a decision that we will never use nuclear weapons as a first resort against any country... We have tried to co-exist with Pakistan. All the Prime Ministers, all the governments of India have tried their level best to extend their hand for friendship towards Pakistan... Our message is that no nation should be neutral or silent on this cardinal aspect of terrorism.' The delegation to Indonesia, Malaysia, South Korea, Japan, and Singapore is led by JD-U MP Sanjay Kumar Jha. It includes Aparajita Sarangi (BJP), Abhishek Banerjee (Trinamool Congress), Brij Lal (BJP), John Brittas (CPI-M), Pradan Baruah (BJP), Hemang Joshi (BJP), Salman Khurshid and Mohan Kumar. (ANI)
