Mallikarjun Kharge To Attend PM Modi’s Swearing-In Ceremony Today

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Mallikarjun Kharge to Attend PM Modi’s Swearing-In Ceremony Today

New Delhi: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge will attend Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s swearing-in ceremony today as the Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha. This decision came after discussions with leaders of the INDIA bloc, a coalition of opposition parties. However, the Trinamool Congress, an INDIA bloc partner, will not attend.

PM Modi is starting his third consecutive term, this time leading a coalition government after two terms with a BJP majority. The ceremony will be attended by several international leaders, including the presidents and prime ministers of Sri Lanka, Maldives, Seychelles, Bangladesh, Mauritius, Nepal, and Bhutan, highlighting the event’s significance on the global stage.

New Delhi: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge is set to attend Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s swearing-in ceremony today, marking the commencement of Modi’s third consecutive term as the head of the Indian government. Kharge will participate in the event in his official capacity as the Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, according to a statement from the Congress party.

This decision comes after consultations with leaders from the INDIA bloc, a coalition of opposition parties, held yesterday. Notably, the Trinamool Congress, a key member of the INDIA bloc, has chosen not to attend the ceremony.

PM Modi’s swearing-in marks a significant moment as he takes the oath for a third consecutive term, a testament to his continued leadership and the trust placed in him by the electorate. This term begins under a coalition government, contrasting with the previous two terms where the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) held a majority independently.

The ceremony is set to be a grand affair, with a host of international dignitaries in attendance. Among them are Sri Lanka President Ranil Wickremesinghe, Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu, Seychelles Vice-President Ahmed Afif, Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth, Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’, and Bhutan Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay. Their presence underscores the significance of the event on the international stage and reflects India’s growing influence in the region.

Kharge’s participation highlights the importance of maintaining a democratic ethos, where the Leader of the Opposition attends such national events, despite the prevailing political differences. This gesture is a reaffirmation of the commitment to democratic values and the spirit of political discourse in India.As the nation watches, this ceremony will not only signal the beginning of a new term for PM Modi but also set the tone for the political landscape in the coming years. The inclusion of international leaders emphasizes India’s pivotal role in regional and global politics, promising a term that could bring further developments on both domestic and international fronts.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge will attend Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s swearing-in ceremony today. Mr Kharge will attend in his capacity as the Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, the Congress said in a statement. This decision follows consultations with several INDIA bloc leaders yesterday.

The Congress Working Committee (CWC) convened yesterday, urging Rahul Gandhi to accept the role of Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha. Despite this strong endorsement, Gandhi deferred his decision to take on the mantle. In contrast, the CWC confirmed Sonia Gandhi as the chairperson of the Congress Parliamentary Party, solidifying her leadership role within the party.