Jaitley the star of the show in Parliament

November 18, 2016 16:25

Whenever Finance Minister Arun Jaitley enters the Central Hall of Parliament, a group of 50-75 journalists make a beeline for him asking questions on demonetisation.

Jaitley is one of the few BJP minister's in the Modi cabinet who is allowed to interact with the media.

Almost all the questions are about the hardships faced by the people in what is being termed as a disastrous decision by the government.

Jaitley responds with questions. Has the position improved? Is there are queue after the ink mark decision? Why should people stand in for the rich?

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