July 28, 2016
Derek O’Brien speaks in RS on the issue of Aadhaar card being made mandatory for receiving govt benefits

Sir, the issue that has been raised today is not only affecting Bengal or Uttar Pradesh. My colleague Dilip Tirkey ji from BJD has also given a Notice. This is a big issue. This government keeps on talking about cooperative federalism but when it comes to action, it does not pay heed to the opinion of the States.
Sir, there are a lot of people who are suffering. They are not getting pension and several other benefits. Sir, this issue of Aadhaar card subsumes all other issues, such is its importance. Minister’s response is unacceptable. We should immediately begin a discussion on this.