New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday chaired the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) Parliamentary Party’s weekly ‘Mangal Milan’ meeting as the government prepared its strategy to navigate the ongoing Monsoon Session, which has been marked by repeated disruptions over examination reforms and allegations surrounding police action during student protests.
Held at the GMC Balayogi Auditorium in the Parliament Library Building, the meeting brought together senior NDA leaders, including Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and representatives from alliance partners. The discussions focused on legislative priorities, coordination among coalition members and the government’s approach to key issues expected to dominate Parliament in the coming days.
A notable feature of this week’s meeting was the participation of the newly formed Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI), which attended the NDA Parliamentary Party gathering for the first time after joining the alliance. Several NCPI Members of Parliament, including former Trinamool Congress leaders, were expected to take part in the deliberations, reflecting the coalition’s expanding political footprint.
The strategy session took place against the backdrop of a heated Monsoon Session, with the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026 emerging as one of the government’s flagship legislative proposals. The Bill was introduced in the Lok Sabha by Union Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions Jitendra Singh amid persistent sloganeering by Opposition members, forcing repeated adjournments of the House.
The proposed legislation seeks to strengthen measures against paper leaks and examination malpractice by introducing a more robust legal framework. Key provisions include time-bound investigations, fast track courts, dedicated task forces, appointment of special public prosecutors, stricter punishments, enhanced financial penalties and a streamlined appeals process. The government maintains that these reforms are intended to restore confidence in the country’s examination system and safeguard the interests of students.
To underline the importance of the Bill, the NDA has fielded several young Members of Parliament to participate in the debate. Among those scheduled to speak are BJP MPs Bansuri Swaraj and Tejasvi Surya, along with representatives from alliance partners including the Janata Dal (United), Telugu Desam Party, Shiv Sena, Nationalist Congress Party, Apna Dal, Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) and NCPI.
The government’s legislative push, however, has encountered stiff resistance from the Opposition, which has continued to disrupt proceedings while demanding accountability over the alleged police action during the July 20 ‘Sansad Chalo’ protest. Opposition parties have also questioned whether the proposed amendments are sufficient to prevent future examination irregularities and restore public trust.
During the previous ‘Mangal Milan’ meeting held on July 21, Prime Minister Modi had emphasized that students’ welfare remained a top priority for the government. He described paper leaks as a serious national issue that required collective action rather than political confrontation and called for strict measures against those responsible for compromising the integrity of public examinations.
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju later said the Prime Minister had directed the government to consult legal experts while framing stronger provisions against examination fraud. He added that protecting students’ futures remained central to the government’s agenda and noted that the meeting also reviewed broader policy matters, including recent free trade agreements and initiatives aimed at supporting farmers.
As Parliament continues to witness frequent disruptions, the NDA leadership is expected to intensify coordination among its allies to ensure the smooth passage of key legislation during the remainder of the Monsoon Session. The examination reform Bill is likely to remain at the centre of political debate, with both the government and the Opposition preparing for an extended discussion on its provisions and implementation.