The upcoming inauguration of the new Parliament building in India has generated significant anticipation and interest. Scheduled to take place on May 28, the ceremony will be conducted in two phases, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla leading the proceedings. As preparations are underway, let’s take a closer look at the key highlights and process of this momentous event.
- The inauguration of the new Parliament building is set to take place on May 28 in two phases.
- The ceremony will commence with a ritual held near the Mahatma Gandhi statue in Parliament, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, and Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Hariwansh among the dignitaries participating.
- Following the ritual, the premises of the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha chambers in the new building will be examined by the dignitaries.
- A significant aspect of the ceremony includes the installation of the sacred ‘Sengol’ in the Lok Sabha chamber, located next to the Speaker’s chair. The installation will be performed by priests from Tamil Nadu, including the original jeweler who designed it.
- The first phase of the ceremony is expected to conclude around 9:30 am, after which the second phase will commence at noon.
- During the second phase, Deputy Rajya Sabha Chairman Hariwansh will deliver a speech and read a congratulatory message on behalf of Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankar. Additionally, a written message from President Droupadi Murmu will be read out.
- Prime Minister Modi will mark the historic occasion by releasing a commemorative coin and stamp, followed by his speech. The Vote of Thanks will be delivered by the Secretary-General Lok Sabha to conclude the ceremony.
- Notable individuals such as Chief Architect Bimal Patel, industrialist Ratan Tata, film stars, and sports personalities have been invited to the occasion.
- A total of 25 political parties have confirmed their attendance at the event, with several NDA parties, including AIADMK, Apna Dal, Republican Party of India, and the Shinde faction of Shiv Sena, among those participating.
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