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Prime Minister Narendra Modi today inaugurated the new parliament building and installed a historic sceptre ‘Sengol' near the Lok Sabha Speaker's chair. Speaking at the building for the first time, the PM said that the new Parliament is a temple of democracy. A puja and a multi-faith prayer were held on the occasion. He also unveiled a commemorative plaque for the new building. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and Adheenam seers were present at the event. The seers handed over the ‘Sengol' to PM Modi who walked into the new Parliament building and installed it.
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Parliament building inauguration: Focus now shifts to VP Enclave, new PMO, Common Central Secretariat
With the new Parliament building inaugurated, the focus now shifts to the construction of the Vice President Enclave, Common Central Secretariat buildings, Defence Enclave, MPs' chambers, and prime minister's new residence and office.
The new parliament building is the second project that has been completed. The first was the redevelopment of Central Vista avenue stretching from Vijay Chowk to India Gate. The stretch which was earlier known as Rajpath has been renamed Kartavya Path.
The plan for the redevelopment of the Central Vista -- the nation's power corridor -- includes the new Parliament building that was inaugurated on Sunday. The Central Public Works Department (CPWD) under the Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry has been executing projects under the redevelopment plan.
New Parliament symbol of aspirations of people of India: Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairperson
Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairperson Harivansh on Sunday called the inauguration of the new Parliament building a historic and unforgettable moment, asserting the building was not merely a structure of brick and mortar, but a means of fulfilling the hopes and aspirations of the people of India.
Welcoming those present at the new Parliament House, which he said was a "shraddha sthal" (place of worship) of Indian democracy, Harivansh expressed his hope that the new house will be privy to several landmark decisions.
Varun Gandhi Shares Selfies With Mother Maneka Gandhi From New Parliament BuildingBJP MP Varun Gandhi shared two selfies with his mother and colleague Maneka Gandhi from the new parliament building that was inaugurated today.
"I Only Love Myself Day": Trinamool's Derek O'Brien's Jibe At PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurating the new Parliament building was akin to "I only love myself day", TMC MP Derek O'Brien said on Sunday and accused the government of mocking and insulting the House in the past nine years.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurating the new Parliament building was akin to "I only love myself day", TMC MP Derek O'Brien said on Sunday and accused the government of mocking and insulting the House in the past nine years.
Left Parties Compare Parliament Opening To Coronation Of Monarch
The Left parties on Sunday hit out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, comparing the inauguration of the new parliament building by him with the coronation of a monarch and relegating the people of the country to "subjects ('praja')".
The Left parties on Sunday hit out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, comparing the inauguration of the new parliament building by him with the coronation of a monarch and relegating the people of the country to "subjects ('praja')".
Opinion: The New Parliament Building And The Democratic Future Of IndiaThe long term impact of the new parliament building on Indian politics, especially in relation to the idea of people's representation, however, has not been given any serious attention.
New Parliament live: SRK, Akshay Kumar Celebrate 'New Parliament For New India'
Superstars Shah Rukh Khan and Akshay Kumar believe the new Parliament building will contribute towards a "new India" and become a symbol of the country's growth story.
The Hindi film stars shared a glimpse of the new Parliament house on Twitter on Saturday night and expressed their happiness over its inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Superstars Shah Rukh Khan and Akshay Kumar believe the new Parliament building will contribute towards a "new India" and become a symbol of the country's growth story.
The Hindi film stars shared a glimpse of the new Parliament house on Twitter on Saturday night and expressed their happiness over its inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
"Reflection Of Aspirations Of New India": PM Modi On New Parliament BuildingThis is not just a complex but a symbol of the aspirations of 140 crore Indians, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said about the new parliament building, which he inaugurated this morning in a grand ceremony which saw attendance from 25 parties.
New Parliament Need Of the Hour, Says PM Modi
"In future when number of MPs increases, where would they sit. Therefore, new Parliament building was need of the hour," Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his first address in the new Parliament.
"In future when number of MPs increases, where would they sit. Therefore, new Parliament building was need of the hour," Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his first address in the new Parliament.
New Parliament Inauguration: Construction Of New Parliament Gave Employment To 60,000: PM Modi
Construction of new Parliament building gave employment to 60, 000 workers; digital gallery dedicated to them has been built: PM Modi.
Construction of new Parliament building gave employment to 60, 000 workers; digital gallery dedicated to them has been built: PM Modi.
Our Democracy Is Our Inspiration: PM Modi
Our democracy is our inspiration, our Constitution our resolve; Parliament best representative of this inspiration, resolution: PM Modi.
Our democracy is our inspiration, our Constitution our resolve; Parliament best representative of this inspiration, resolution: PM Modi.
PM Modi Live: "Restored Glory Of Holy Sengol," Says PM In First Speech At New Parliament
In his first speech in the new Parliament, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the government has restored the glory of the historical sceptre "sengol".
In his first speech in the new Parliament, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the government has restored the glory of the historical sceptre "sengol".
PM Live: New Parliament Will Witness Rise Of Self-Reliant India: PM Modi
This new Parliament will become witness to the rise of a self-reliant India: PM Narendra Modi
This new Parliament will become witness to the rise of a self-reliant India: PM Narendra Modi
PM Modi Live: PM Modi Says New Parliament Is Temple Of Democracy
"Some moments in a country's development journey become immortalised. Today, May 28, 2023, the people of India gifted this new parliament building to its democracy. It is symbolic of wishes and dreams of 140 crore people. This is our temple of democracy," PM Modi.
"Some moments in a country's development journey become immortalised. Today, May 28, 2023, the people of India gifted this new parliament building to its democracy. It is symbolic of wishes and dreams of 140 crore people. This is our temple of democracy," PM Modi.
New parliament Building Inauguration Live: "Great Pride For India": President Droupadi Murmu On New Parliament
Speaking at the inauguration ceremony of the new Parliament building today, President Droupadi Murmu said that this is a matter of great pride and happiness for the entire country.
Speaking at the inauguration ceremony of the new Parliament building today, President Droupadi Murmu said that this is a matter of great pride and happiness for the entire country.
New Parliament Inauguration Live Updates:
The entire nation is witnessing this moment today. I express my gratitude towards PM Modi under whose leadership this new Parliament was built in under 2.5 years: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla in the new Parliament/
The entire nation is witnessing this moment today. I express my gratitude towards PM Modi under whose leadership this new Parliament was built in under 2.5 years: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla in the new Parliament/
New Parliament Inauguration: Let us embrace this symbol from past to affirm values of our present: Shashi Tharoor on 'Sengol'
Amid the raging Sengol row, senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Sunday said the positions taken by the government and the Opposition on the issue are reconcilable, as he called for embracing this symbol from the past to affirm the values of our present.
Amid the raging Sengol row, senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Sunday said the positions taken by the government and the Opposition on the issue are reconcilable, as he called for embracing this symbol from the past to affirm the values of our present.
New Parliament Inauguration Live Updates: "Why Bring This Angle?": A Owaisi Slams RJD's Coffin Tweet"RJD has no stand, the old Parliament building did not even have clearance from Delhi Fire Service," Mr Owaisi told news agency ANI.
New Parliament Building Inauguration: Will not allow anything to disrupt new Parliament building inauguration: Delhi Police
Ahead of a march by wrestlers towards the newly-built Parliament building, Delhi Police on Sunday said that "unsocial elements" will not be allowed to enter the national capital to ensure smooth conduct of the inauguration ceremony of the new Parliament building, said DCP, Sonipat East Gaurav Rajpurohit.
Ahead of a march by wrestlers towards the newly-built Parliament building, Delhi Police on Sunday said that "unsocial elements" will not be allowed to enter the national capital to ensure smooth conduct of the inauguration ceremony of the new Parliament building, said DCP, Sonipat East Gaurav Rajpurohit.
New Parliament House Inauguration Live: 5 Facts About 'Sengol' Installed By PM Modi In New ParliamentPrime Minister Narendra Modi today installed a historic sceptre 'Sengol' next to the Lok Sabha Speaker's seat in the newly constructed Parliament building.
New Parliament Inauguration: BJP Slams RJD For 'Coffin' Dig At New Parliament Building
The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) on Sunday likened the architecture of the new Parliament building to a coffin, drawing a sharp response from the BJP which said people will bury the Bihar party in such a coffin in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls.
The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) on Sunday likened the architecture of the new Parliament building to a coffin, drawing a sharp response from the BJP which said people will bury the Bihar party in such a coffin in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls.
New Parliament Building Inauguration Live: Multi-Faith Prayer Ceremony Marks New Parliament Building Inauguration
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla were among other Union Ministers and chief ministers of several states who attended attend a multi-faith prayer ceremony held at the new Parliament building on Sunday.
New Parliament Inauguration Live Updates: "Sengol Getting Its Rightful Place In Parliament": Adheenam Seer
Watch | "The Sengol is getting its rightful place in the parliament": Ambalavana Desika Paramacharya, head pontiff, Thiruvavaduthurai Adheenam pic.twitter.com/CYjdyPXrxo
- NDTV (@ndtv) May 28, 2023
PM Unveils New Parliament: PM Modi Felicitates Workers Who Built New Parliament Building
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday felicitated the workers involved in the construction and the development of the new Parliament building.
"Historic Moment": Yogi Adityanath On New Parliament Building Inauguration
ऐतिहासिक क्षण!
- Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) May 28, 2023
'नए भारत' की आशाओं, अपेक्षाओं और अभिलाषाओं की पूर्ति का प्रतीक, वैभवशाली, गौरवशाली व प्रेरणादायी नए संसद भवन को आज आदरणीय प्रधानमंत्री श्री @narendramodi जी ने राष्ट्र को समर्पित किया है।
सभी देश वासियों को हार्दिक बधाई!#MyParliamentMyPride pic.twitter.com/Wx3vP9I2D7
New Parliament Inauguration Live: Meet The Singer Who Performed Hymns At New Parliament Building Opening
Watch | Meet Pa. Sargurunathan, The Singer Who Performed Hymns At #NewParliamentBuilding Opening@Vasudha156 reports pic.twitter.com/mM5f3UvAK9
- NDTV (@ndtv) May 28, 2023
New Parliament Inauguration Live: Delhi Metro Restrictions Today
All entry, exit gates at Central Secretariat and Udyog Bhawan metro stations closed for passenger movement.
All entry, exit gates at Central Secretariat and Udyog Bhawan metro stations closed for passenger movement.
New Parliament Building Inauguration: Watch: Multi-Faith Prayer At New Parliament Building
Watch: Multi-Faith Prayer At #NewParliamentBuilding Ahead Of Opening
- NDTV (@ndtv) May 28, 2023
Follow LIVE updates: https://t.co/BCvIIjMtHw pic.twitter.com/nErHU4kYog
New Parliament House Inauguration Live: 900 UP Artisans Weaved Carpet For "10 Lakh Hours" For New Parliament
900 UP Artisans Weaved Carpet For "10 Lakh Hours" For New Parliament https://t.co/zbhhF5Pa6h pic.twitter.com/5PUuhhVL7O
- NDTV (@ndtv) May 28, 2023
New Parliament Inauguration Live: "Historic Day For Countrymen": Sarbananda Sonowal On New Parliament Inauguration
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal today said that with the inauguration of the new Parliament building, Prime Minister Narendra Modi fulfilled the wishes of 142 crore Indian people and said that it is a historic day. In an exclusive interview with ANI, he said, "Today it is a historic day for the countrymen, on this day Honorable Prime Minister Narendra Modi is going to dedicate a new Parliament House to the countrymen. The Prime Minister deserves congratulations and thanks for the historic steps taken by him. I heartily congratulate the Prime Minister and thank him because he has fulfilled the wishes of 142 crore Indian people."
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal today said that with the inauguration of the new Parliament building, Prime Minister Narendra Modi fulfilled the wishes of 142 crore Indian people and said that it is a historic day. In an exclusive interview with ANI, he said, "Today it is a historic day for the countrymen, on this day Honorable Prime Minister Narendra Modi is going to dedicate a new Parliament House to the countrymen. The Prime Minister deserves congratulations and thanks for the historic steps taken by him. I heartily congratulate the Prime Minister and thank him because he has fulfilled the wishes of 142 crore Indian people."
New Parliament Inauguration Live Updates: "Matter Of Pride": Allahabad Museum Officials On 'Sengol' In New Parliament
Officials at the Allahabad Museum, home of the historic 'Sengol' for seven decades, said their treasured possession moving to the new Parliament building in the national capital is a matter of pride for them as well as the residents of Prayagraj. The 'Sengol', a Chola-era spectre made of silver with a coat of gold, is a symbol of the transfer of power from the British in 1947. Today, it was installed near the chair of the Lok Sabha Speaker.
Officials at the Allahabad Museum, home of the historic 'Sengol' for seven decades, said their treasured possession moving to the new Parliament building in the national capital is a matter of pride for them as well as the residents of Prayagraj. The 'Sengol', a Chola-era spectre made of silver with a coat of gold, is a symbol of the transfer of power from the British in 1947. Today, it was installed near the chair of the Lok Sabha Speaker.
New Parliament Building Inauguration: Multi-Faith Prayer At New Parliament
Watch live at https://www.ndtv.com/video/live/channel/ndtv24x7
New parliament Building Inauguration Live: PM Felicitates Workers Involved In Construction Of New Parliament Building
New Parliament Inauguration Live: PM Modi Installs 'Sengol' In New Parliament
Prime Minister Narendra Modi installs the historic 'Sengol' in the new parliament building.
New Parliament Inauguration Live: PM Modi Walks Into New Parliament With 'Sengol'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi walks into the new Parliament with the 'Sengol'. He is accompanied by the Adheenam seers.
New Parliament Building Inauguration Live: Adheenam Seers Hand Over 'Sengol' To PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was handed over the 'Sengol' by Adheenam seers today after a puja to the mark the new parliament building inauguration.
New Parliament Inauguration Live: PM Modi Prostrates Before 'Sengol' Ahead Of New Parliament Inauguration
New Parliament Inauguration Live Updates: Watch: PM Modi, Lok Sabha Speaker Begin Puja For New Parliament Inauguration
Watch | PM Modi and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla begin pooja for the inauguration of the #NewParliamentBuilding pic.twitter.com/2TqsPDIyvC
- NDTV (@ndtv) May 28, 2023
New Parliament Inauguration Live: PM Modi, Om Birla Attend Puja In New Parliament
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla are seated for a puja ahead of the inauguration of the new parliament building.
New Parliament Inauguration: PM Modi Arrives At New Parliament Building
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived at the new Parliament building ahead of its inauguration later in the day. Accompanied by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, he offered tributes to the Mahatma Gandhi statue in the complex.
New Parliament House Inauguration Live: Heavy Security In Delhi
Thousands of police personnel have been deployed in Lutyens' Delhi and multiple layers of barricades put in place as part of the robust security arrangement in and around the new Parliament building to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi o
New Parliament Inauguration Live: 5 Facts About New Parliament Building, The Temple Of Democracy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the new parliament building today. The interior has three national symbols - the lotus, the peacock and the banyan tree - as its themes. The new parliament building was built by Tata Projects Ltd. Read here
New Parliament Inauguration Live: PM To Inaugurate New Parliament Today Amid Opposition Boycott: 10 Points New Parliament Inauguration Live: Watch: SRK's New Parliament Building Video Has A Touch Of 'Swades'
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan tweeted the video of the new parliament building that will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a grand ceremony today. Shah Rukh Khan has given a voice-over in the video, with the theme music of his film 'Swades' playing in the background.
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan tweeted the video of the new parliament building that will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a grand ceremony today. Shah Rukh Khan has given a voice-over in the video, with the theme music of his film 'Swades' playing in the background.
What a magnificent new home for the people who uphold our Constitution, represent every citizen of this great Nation and protect the diversity of her one People @narendramodi ji.
- Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) May 27, 2023
A new Parliament building for a New India but with the age old dream of Glory for India. Jai Hind!... pic.twitter.com/FjXFZwYk2T
New Parliament Inauguration Live Updates: "Come What May": Wrestlers To Hold "Peaceful" March To New Parliament
The protesting wrestlers said late on Saturday evening that there was a lot of "pressure" to call off the Mahila Mahapanchayat they have planned in front of the new Parliament building today, but they will go ahead with the "peaceful" march come what may.
"We will go ahead with the Mahila Mahapanchayat, come what may. Our supporters have been stopped at a gurudwara in Ambala where they were supposed to stay tonight. It has now been converted into a cantonment," alleged Vinesh Phogat.
New Parliament Building Inauguration Live: Full Schedule Of Ceremonies, PM's Speech
The inauguration ceremony of the new parliament building is set to take place today. The building will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the presence of several dignitaries, religious heads, and political leaders. The ceremony will start at 7:30 am, and is expected to go on till 1:10 pm. The main function is likely to begin at noon. Read here.
New Parliament Inauguration Live: PM To Inaugurate New Parliament Today Amid Opposition Boycott: 10 PointsPrime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the new parliament building today amid a boycott by opposition parties, which insisted President Droupadi Murmu should do the honours. The historical sceptre Sengol will be installed in the new parliament.
