India, Aug. 12 -- Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, on Wednesday August 12 accused the Congress of "running away" from a debate on students' protests over the NEET paper leak, saying it is "unthinkable and incomprehensible" that the Opposition would shun a talk when the government is ready to respond.

"I am totally frustrated and I am seeing for the first time where the government is ready for discussion, the opposition is running away," Rijiju told reporters.

The remarks came against the backdrop of Union Home Minister Amit Shah urging Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to consult the Opposition on holding a debate on the students' protests over the NEET paper leak and consequent protests, saying he is ready to answer all questions ...