Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave his first address in the Lok Sabha located in the new Parliament House on Tuesday. On this occasion, PM Modi said that the new building of Parliament reflects the aspirations of 140 crore Indians. This occasion of the first day of the first session is unprecedented in many ways. Entry into the new Parliament House is the dawn of the immortality of independence. India is moving forward with new resolutions to decide its future in a new building.
Said that when we are starting a new chapter, we should forget all the bitterness of the past. With the feeling that whatever we do from here, through our conduct, through our words, through our resolutions, should become a source of inspiration for the country, for every citizen of the nation. We should also make every effort to fulfill this responsibility. The Prime Minister further said that Ganesh ji is the god of auspiciousness and accomplishment.
Ganesh ji is also the god of wisdom and knowledge. On this auspicious day, we are moving forward with the inspiration of a prosperous India. Said that in a way this day is also called the festival of forgiveness. This is also the day of saying ‘Michhami Dukkadam’. From my side too, with full humility, with all my heart, Michhami Dukkadam to all the members of Parliament and all the countrymen.
‘Sengol’ will inspire the coming generations
PM Modi mentioned the ‘Sengol’ i.e. scepter installed in the new Parliament House. Said that this building is new, the arrangements are new, but here there is also a symbol of heritage connecting yesterday and today. Today, when parliamentary democracy is entering its new era, this ‘Sengol’, which witnessed the first ray of independence, will continue to inspire the coming generations. This is the sacred Sengol, which was touched by the first Prime Minister of India, Pandit Nehru.
Unity is necessary ahead of Lok Sabha elections.
PM Modi said that elections are still far away and in the time left in this Lok Sabha, the behavior of the members will determine who will sit in power and who will be in the opposition. Our thoughts may be different, discussions may be different, but our resolutions are united. Therefore, we should continue to make every effort for unity. Our Parliament has worked in this spirit on all major occasions of national interest.
The building has changed and the prices should also change.
Prime Minister Modi said that today our emotions will guide us in our conduct. The building has changed, the sentiment should also change. Parliament is the highest post to serve the country. He underlined that the House is not for the benefit of any political party, but only for the development of the nation. The Prime Minister said that as members, we must uphold the spirit of the Constitution through our words, thoughts and actions.
Women MPs shared memories of the old Parliament House
From visiting Parliament in 2006 to becoming an MP for the first time in 2009, and then becoming a minister for the first time in 2019, these 144 pillars in this temple of democracy have preserved a lot of memories for me. This beautiful building, steeped in history and the handiwork of thousands of Indian artists, sculptors and workers, has been a place of deep learning for me.
– Harsimrat Kaur Badal, MP, SAD
Memories, learning, policy making, friendship. This beauty of history and wonder has seen intense discussions, disruptions, legendary leaders and history makers. Parliament has shaped our 75-year journey as a self-confident nation. Proud to be a part of this journey and hope that the essence of this Parliament House will remain in the new building.
– Priyanka Chaturvedi, MP, Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray)
It was an emotional and humbling moment for me to enter the sacred premises of the Parliament House after winning the first parliamentary election from Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh in 2014. At that moment I felt that I was entering a historical building, which had seen India gaining independence, the constitution being made and the country’s democratic institutions growing and strengthening.
– Anupriya Patel, MP, Apna Dal (Sonelal)
This building will always have a special place in my heart. This is the house where I went for the first time as an MP and it became my home. This great building embraced both the ruling party and the opposition. Helped us find our little corner under its protective cover. It will be our responsibility that even if the building changes, it remains a symbol of freedom.
– Mahua Moitra, MP, Trinamool Congress
I want to express my gratitude to the people of Maharashtra and Baramati for giving me the opportunity to be a part of the world’s largest democracy and to be a part of the beautiful building of Parliament. Got a chance to participate in the sessions. This beautiful building reflects the voices of those leaders who contributed to the development of our beautiful country.
– Supriya Sule, MP, NCP
I visited this beautiful Parliament building for the first time as a spectator after winning the gold medal in Seoul in 1986. I still remember that time when all the honorable MPs congratulated me and congratulated me. July 27, 2022 was a very special day for me. For the first time in my life, when I entered the Rajya Sabha, I chanted Hari Om.
– PT Usha, Rajya Sabha member
The first time I entered Parliament is a memorable moment for me. Who knows where you, I, this generation of Parliament will be in the future. I learned many things in the last ten years in Parliament. There are wonderful memories associated with this Parliament. This Parliament gave me an opportunity to learn many things. This is truly a temple of democracy.
– Navneet Rana, independent MP