New Delhi, Jan. 30 -- CPI MP P Sandosh Kumar has expressed mixed reactions to the central government's all-party meeting,calling it as a "welcome step" but also criticizing its timing.

Kumar emphasized that the meeting should have been convened 10-15 days prior to the session, allowing for more substantial discussions and incorporation of raised issues into the government's agenda. However, the CPI will attend the meeting and raise crucial pro-people issues affecting youth and students.

"We demanded to convene this meeting at least 10 days before the commencement of the session. The meeting is a welcome step but suppose we raise certain issues, it should be reflected in the government agenda...Just one day before the commencement of the...