New Delhi, Aug. 19 -- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh criticized the Opposition for creating uproar in the Lok Sabha during a special discussion on Indian Air Force Group Captain and ISRO mission pilot Shubhanshu Shukla's journey to the International Space Station (ISS) and his safe return.

The debate, held under the theme "India's Space Programme and Its Role in Developed India 2047", was meant to highlight a major national achievement and its implications for scientific progress, national pride, and future security prospects. Singh expressed disappointment that instead of constructive participation, the Opposition disrupted proceedings and prevented the House from functioning smoothly.

He stressed that under Prime Minister Narendra Mod...