While T K Rangarajan of CPM said laws be framed to tackle crime are not percolating down, Vaiko of the DMK wanted concrete action be taken to deal with such crimes.
On a supplementary question on when outstanding dues to Andhra Pradesh will be released, Tomar gave an assurance that no pendency of dues relating to Andhra Pradesh would remain with his ministry.
Opposition leaders had accused the government of ignoring its demands to discuss key issues facing the country, including on economy, during the Budget session of Parliament
Rajya Sabha has been witnessing disruptions over various issues including bank scam, special package for Andhra Pradesh and Cauvery Board issue since March 5
