The Congress, however, said Rijiju’s statement was to “mislead” the Opposition and accused the government of running away from its responsibility. Rahul Gandhi asserted that the question was never about whether Shah can give a speech in Parliament on “general issues”. “The question was that Home Minister Shah has to make it clear who authorised the shooting of our children in Delhi. Reactig to the Congress’ demands, Rijiju said it will now be clear to everyone as to who runs away from discussion. One who demands a debate but runs away when a debate takes place,” he said.