Government's Leading Figure, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, to Preside Over Crucial Government Committee Meeting Today. Importance Explained.
In the wake of the bloody massacre in Pahalgam, Kashmir, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to lead a critical gathering of the Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs (CCPA), also known as the "Super Cabinet". This meeting, anticipated after the first round of the Cabinet Committee of Security (CCS) meeting, takes place after last week's heinous attack on tourists in Pahalgam.
Following the initial CCS session, the government announced a series of non-military retaliatory measures against Pakistan, such as the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, the closure of the Attari-Wagah border, and revoking visas.
Following a crucial meeting with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, and Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, PM Modi reportedly granted the armed forces the autonomy to determine the method, targets, and timing of India's military response to the Pahalgam terror attack.
Anticipation swirls around tomorrow's CCPA meeting given its previous significance. The CCPA convened last after the 2019 Pulwama terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir to evaluate the security situation and devise counter-strategies. This meeting ultimately led to the withdrawal of the Most Favored Nation status granted to Pakistan. On February 26, 2019, the Indian Air Force executed an airstrike on terror camps in Balakot.
The Function of CCPA
The CCPA serves to discuss and decide on important political and economic matters of the country, particularly during critical moments. It primarily addresses the relationship between the Centre and the states, notably when forming consensus is necessary. Discussions and decisions are made on matters concerning economic policies, internal security issues with political implications, and foreign policy issues that may influence national politics.
The committee also ensures coordination between various ministries in matters featuring far-reaching political consequences.
Members of the CCPA
The CCPA is chaired by the Prime Minister and includes: Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah, Road Transport and Traffic Minister Nitin Gadkari, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal, Health Minister JP Nadda, Civil Aviation Minister K Ram Mohan Naidu, MSME Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi, Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, Environment Minister Bhupendra Yadav, Women and Child Welfare Minister Annapurna Devi, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, and Coal Minister G Kishan Reddy. Ministers from allied parties have also been given a role in the CCPA.
The upcoming CCPA meeting is poised to focus on several crucial issues in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. These topics may include national security measures, strategic responses to terrorist groups, diplomatic options against Pakistan, economic and strategic measures, and internal political and social measures. The committee's decisions will shape both immediate and long-term strategies in countering terrorism and hostile neighbors.
- In light of the recent Pahalgam terror attack, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as the CCPA chairman, will assembled key ministers to discuss and decide on critical political and economic matters related to the incident.
- The transport and traffic minister, Nitin Gadkari, is anticipated to participate in the meeting, contributing to discussions on the potential transportation implications of the crisis.
- With the focus on addressing national security measures, diplomatic options, and strategic responses to terrorist groups, the General News community will likely closely monitor the policies and legislations put forth in the forthcoming CCPA meeting.
- During the meeting, the committee is expected to delve into various topics, such as visas policy, war-and-conflicts, and internal political and social measures, aiming to shape both immediate and long-term strategies in countering terrorism and hostile neighbors.
