Clear stance on n-deal before session convenes: BJP to PM

The BJP has asked Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to clarify his position on the Indo-US nuclear deal, after reports that it was a “done deal” and not contingent on the incumbent Government’s survival.

“Media reports quoting highly-placed officials suggest that the deal is done, whether the UPA survives the trust vote or not. The BJP demands that the Prime Minister immediately make his stand clear on this matter before the session convenes. If this indeed is the understanding of the Government, it is a very serious matter. It is tantamount to showing disrespect and contempt for Parliament,” a BJP release said.

“All further action in respect of the nuclear deal be suspended by the Government until it proves its majority on the floor of the House,” the party said.