PM Modi has denounced the Emergency imposed by the Indira Gandhi government, marking its 50th anniversary as a “black spot” on India’s democracy. As the nation prepares for the upcoming Parliament session, PM Modi emphasized the need for a responsible Opposition and stressed on substantive debate over slogans and drama in Parliament.
#WATCH | PM Narendra Modi says, “Tomorrow is 25th June. 25th June marks 50 years of the blot that was put on the democracy of India. The new generation of India will never forget that the Constitution of India was completely rejected, every part of the Constitution was torn to… pic.twitter.com/FelYrEut2s
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Reflecting on his government’s third consecutive term, PM Narendra Modi expressed gratitude to the electorate for their trust and vowed to redouble efforts in delivering results. He underscored the significance of this electoral mandate as only the second government post-Independence to secure a third consecutive term.
Addressing newly elected MPs, PM Narendra Modi called for concerted efforts towards public welfare and unity, urging them to uphold parliamentary decorum in the newly constructed Parliament building where they will take oath for the first time.
The Prime Minister’s remarks set the tone for the upcoming legislative session, emphasizing national unity and the protection of democratic values on the anniversary of a pivotal moment in Indian history.