New Delhi, July 19 -- The government has convened an all-party meeting today, a day ahead of the commencement of the Monsoon Session, during which it will seek cooperation for the smooth functioning of Parliament.

The meeting, a long-standing convention before every Parliament session, will begin at 11 am today in the Main Committee Room of Parliament House Annexe. The government has heavy legislative agenda while Opposition parties will seek to raise their issues.

Speaking to reporters on Saturday, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MP Tiruchi Siva said the Prime Minister earlier used to attend all-party meetings.

"Before every session, the government convenes a meeting with all party leaders and floor leaders. They discuss how the House...