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PM Modi Hails Harivansh's Journalism Legacy as He Takes Rajya Sabha Oath

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated JD(U) leader Harivansh Narayan Singh on assuming his new term as a Rajya Sabha MP, highlighting his invaluable contributions to journalism and public life. Harivansh took the oath in the presence of Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar. The ceremony was attended by several senior leaders including Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and BJP President JP Nadda. President Droupadi Murmu nominated Harivansh to fill the vacancy caused by the retirement of former nominated member Ranjan Gogoi.

Key Points: PM Modi Congratulates Harivansh on Rajya Sabha Nomination

  • Harivansh takes oath as Rajya Sabha MP
  • PM Modi praises his journalism legacy
  • Nominated by President Droupadi Murmu
  • Ceremony attended by VP Dhankhar & ministers
  • Fills vacancy from Ranjan Gogoi's retirement
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"Made invaluable contributions to journalism": PM Modi congratulates JD(U) leader Harivansh on taking oath as Rajya Sabha MP

PM Modi praised JD(U) leader Harivansh's contributions to journalism as he was sworn in as a Rajya Sabha MP in a ceremony attended by top leaders.

"Shri Harivansh Ji has made invaluable contributions to journalism and public life. - PM Narendra Modi"

New Delhi, April 10

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Rajya Sabha's outgoing Deputy Chairman and JD leader Harivansh Narayan Singh for assuming his new term in the upper house of parliament today.

Hailing the development, the Prime Minister highlighted Harivansh's invaluable contributions to journalism and public life.

"Shri Harivansh Ji has made invaluable contributions to journalism and public life. He is a respected intellectual and thinker. With his profound thoughts and insights, he has enriched the proceedings of the House over the past few years. I am delighted that the Honorable President has nominated him to the Rajya Sabha. My very best wishes to him for the upcoming parliamentary term!," said PM Modi.

Earlier, Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh Narayan Singh took the oath as a Member of Parliament in the Upper House in the presence of Vice President and Chairman of Rajya Sabha Jagdeep Dhankhar.

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman shared the update, noting that several senior leaders were present during the occasion.

Leader of the House in Rajya Sabha JP Nadda, along with Union Ministers RK Thakur and Arjun Ram Meghwal, attended the oath-taking ceremony.

Sitharaman also said that she joined the event, marking the formal induction of Harivansh into the Rajya Sabha as a Member of Parliament.

Earlier today, President Droupadi Murmu nominated Harivansh Narayan Singh as a Member of the Rajya Sabha, according to a Gazette notification issued on Friday.

His appointment was finalised on Thursday, following the conclusion of his previous term as a JD(U) member from Bihar on April 9. He has been serving as the Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman since 2018.

The nomination of the 69-year-old leader has been made under the powers conferred by sub-section (a) of clause (1) read with Section 3 of the Constitution of India. Harivansh has been nominated to fill the vacancy caused by the retirement of a nominated member, Ranjan Gogoi.

- ANI

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Priya S
It's good to see experienced individuals being recognized. However, I do hope this nomination is based purely on merit and his contributions, and not just political alignment. The Rajya Sabha needs strong, independent voices.
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Rohit P
Congratulations to Harivansh ji! A seasoned journalist and a calm presiding officer. His re-nomination ensures continuity in the Rajya Sabha's functioning. Hope he continues to uphold the decorum of the House.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see a journalist in such a key parliamentary role. From the outside, it seems he has managed a very turbulent house fairly well. Hope his experience brings more substantive debate on policies.
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Vikram M
A good decision. He is one of the few faces in the current political scene who commands respect from both sides of the aisle. That's crucial for a Deputy Chairman. Best wishes for his new term! 🙏
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Karthik V
While he is undoubtedly experienced, I can't help but feel the nomination process itself needs more transparency. What are the concrete criteria? The public should know. That said, he is a capable individual.

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