Parliament’s Special Session Live Updates: Modi’s Reflections on ‘New India’
The Centre has convened a distinctive five-day Parliament session, commencing on Monday and extending through September 22. A day subsequent to bidding adieu to the venerable Parliament edifice, Members of Parliament shall relocate to the novel facility on Tuesday, where the remainder of this special session shall transpire.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the inaugural day, embarked upon the discourse, underscoring the poignant nature of bidding adieu to the former structure. He paid reverential homage to the nation’s democratic heritage, eulogizing the contributions of past Prime Ministers, including Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru, Lal Bahadur Shastri, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, and Manmohan Singh. He affirmed that the colonial-era premises would endure as a wellspring of inspiration and a hallowed sanctuary for perpetuity.
This unique Parliament session is set to endure until Friday, during which a total of up to eight bills are scheduled for deliberation and ratification.
Minister of State Prahlad Singh Patel, on Monday, initially conveyed on social media that the Cabinet had sanctioned the women’s reservation bill, only to retract the post within an hour. Prior government intimations had suggested Cabinet endorsement of the bill, hinting at its probable presentation in Parliament. In a stride toward gender parity in the political sphere, the bill advocates for a 33 percent quota for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies, having been ratified by the Rajya Sabha in 2010.
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September 19, 2023, 11:52 AM IST – Parliament Special Session: PM Modi Extends Greetings on ‘Ganesh Chaturthi’
In the hallowed precincts of the erstwhile Parliament building, Prime Minister Modi extends his felicitations to the nation on the occasion of ‘Ganesh Chaturthi.’ With renewed zeal, we transition to the novel complex today, resolutely committed to realizing the vision of a developed India. The venerable building, particularly this central hall, resonates with our emotions, evoking sentiment and serving as an enduring wellspring of inspiration for our duties. Today, we reaffirm our dedication to nurturing India into a developed nation by 2047.
Since 1952, approximately 41 Heads of State from across the globe have addressed our esteemed Members of Parliament within this Central Hall. Our Presidents have delivered addresses here approximately 86 times over the years. The Parliament has also, over time, enacted laws to ensure justice for the transgender community. Through these measures, we have taken strides toward offering employment, education, healthcare, and other amenities to transgender individuals with harmony and respect.
September 19, 2023, 11:43 AM IST – Parliament Special Session Live: Kharge Expresses Gratitude to PM Modi for Recalling Nehru
Mallikarjun Kharge, addressing the House, observes, “It is time to fulfill our commitment as articulated in Nehru’s ‘tryst with destiny’ speech.” Expressing gratitude to PM Modi for invoking Nehru’s historic speech in Parliament on Monday, he invokes the memories of the first President, Rajendra Prasad, the first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, as well as Sardar Patel and B.R. Ambedkar. The success of constitutional institutions hinges on upholding constitutional values.
September 19, 2023, 11:39 AM IST – Parliament Special Session: Adhir Ranjan Expounds on Indian Parliament’s Rich Legacy
Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, in his address to Members of Parliament, articulates, “Having seized this opportunity, without reservation and with utmost clarity, I must convey my elevation and elation at having stood at this podium, which has borne witness to a procession of historical episodes and numerous momentous events amidst a constellation of luminaries who dedicated themselves to shaping the Constitution of India within this august House, known as the Constituent Assembly.”
He further articulates, “Persistently high unemployment rates constitute a significant impediment to harnessing our demographic dividend. It is imperative to empower India’s youthful population to make substantial contributions to the country’s economic growth and development. Despite India’s status as a global economic heavyweight, our per capita GDP lags significantly behind that of developed nations. Addressing this economic growth challenge necessitates pro-growth governmental policies, the containment of inflation, reduced interest rates, unemployment alleviation, the nurturing of a skilled workforce, bolstering purchasing power, stimulating demand, and enhancing healthcare and educational sectors.”
September 19, 2023, 11:30 AM IST – Parliament Special Session: Menaka Gandhi Hails Historic Women’s Reservation Bill
BJP MP Menaka Gandhi expresses her joy, stating, “My proudest moment came when I was entrusted with the responsibility by the Prime Minister, who coined the phrase ‘Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao’ (Save the Girl Child, Educate the Girl Child). Within a span of two years, we have transformed the nation’s perspective, and statistics attest to the enduring transformation.”
She adds, “Today marks a historic day. I am honored to be a part of this momentous occasion when, under the leadership of PM Modi, the government has undertaken to rectify deep-rooted disparities and provide an equitable share to women like us.”
September 19, 2023, 11:12 AM IST – Watch: PM Modi Meets MPs at Central Hall of Old Parliament Building
Members of the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha convene at the Central Hall of the former Parliament building to celebrate the rich parliamentary legacy of the nation. At this historic venue, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi remarks, “Starting today, both Houses of Parliament shall convene in the new Parliament building. We are all aware that this Central Hall has witnessed the transfer of power from Britain to India.”
September 19, 2023, 11:02 AM IST – Parliament Special Session LIVE: Women’s Reservation Bill to be Introduced in Lok Sabha Today
The Women’s Reservation Bill will be introduced in the Lok Sabha today by Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal. Deliberations on the Bill in the House are scheduled for tomorrow, September 20th. The Rajya Sabha will take up the Bill on September 21st, as reported by ANI, citing sources.
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