PM Modi Chairs NDA Parliamentary Meet Ahead of Key Polls
Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a key meeting of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) parliamentary party on August 5, 2025, during the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament. This marked the first full in-person meeting of the NDA alliance in this session, which has seen repeated disruptions due to opposition protests.
Vice President Election on the Agenda
The meeting comes just two days ahead of the official start of the nomination process for the upcoming vice-presidential election. The NDA, with a clear majority in the electoral college, is expected to field a strong candidate. The last date for filing nominations is August 21, which also marks the scheduled conclusion of the Monsoon Session.
Response to Terror Attack and Internal Security
The gathering also provided an opportunity for the Prime Minister to speak to MPs about national security matters, particularly in the wake of the recent Pahalgam terror attack. The government’s launch of Operation Sindoor as a response to the incident was discussed, and NDA leaders are believed to have lauded the Prime Minister’s leadership during the crisis.
Protests Over Voter List Revision
The meeting comes amid a political standoff in Parliament. Opposition parties have been protesting against the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, which they allege may lead to disenfranchisement. The government has defended the process, calling it routine and necessary.
Symbolic Timing of August 5
The date of the meeting—August 5—holds symbolic value in Indian politics. Major decisions such as the revocation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir in 2019 and the foundation stone-laying ceremony for the Ram Temple in 2020 both took place on this day. The choice of date is being seen as a political signal by the ruling alliance.
Aligning Strategy Ahead of Big Decisions
The Prime Minister’s address focused on aligning the alliance’s strategy for the remainder of the Monsoon Session and reinforcing unity among partner parties. All NDA MPs, including those from allied regional parties, were invited to attend the meeting, which lasted about an hour.
