'Debate would have brought out truth on losses in coal mining'

"One cannot help but suspect if there is no truth in Opposition (BJP's) claims despite Prime Minister's willingness to debate the issue. People of the country would have understood the truth if government replied to claims of wrongdoings as alleged by the Opposition," he said.

Responding to questions in party organ 'Murasoli,' he said

over 70 per cent of business hours were lost in both houses of Parliament due to opposition stalling proceedings and bills like the one providing reservation in job promotions.

"While Opposition is repeatedly levelling charges, did losses to the tune of Rs 1.86 lakh crore really happen over coal blocks allocation ? Only debate can ensure if the losses (if any) could be compensated," he said.