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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi wished Mallikarjun Kharge on his 83rd birthday. BJP leaders Rajnath Singh and Nitin Gadkari also extended their greetings. Kharge, a veteran Congress leader, has served nine terms in the Karnataka Assembly. The birthday wishes come as Parliament's Monsoon Session begins.

Key Points: PM Modi Rahul Gandhi Wish Congress Chief Mallikarjun Kharge on Birthday

  • PM Modi wishes Kharge good health and long life
  • Rahul Gandhi praises Kharge's leadership
  • Rajnath Singh and Nitin Gadkari extend greetings
  • Kharge began political career as student leader in Karnataka
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PM Modi extends birthday wishes to Mallikarjun Kharge

PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi, and BJP leaders extend birthday greetings to Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge as he turns 83.

"Your leadership and dedication to the people of India inspire us all – Rahul Gandhi"

New Delhi, July 21

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended birthday wishes to the Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge.

"Best wishes to the Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, Shri Mallikarjun Kharge Ji on his birthday. Praying for his long and healthy life," PM Modi said in a post on X.

Congress leaders also greeted Kharge on his birthday. Congress MP Rahul Gandhi lauded Kharge's leadership and commitment towards the people of India.

"Wishing Congress President @kharge ji a very happy birthday! Your leadership, commitment, and dedication to the people of India inspire us all. May you be blessed with good health and happiness," Rahul Gandhi wrote on X.

Senior BJP leaders, including Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, also wished Mallikarjun Kharge.

"Birthday greetings to the Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha, Shri Mallikarjun Kharge. Wishing him good health and a long life. @kharge," Rajnath Singh said in a post on X.

"Extending my heartfelt birthday wishes to the President of the Indian National Congress Party, Shri @kharge Ji. May this occasion bring joy and the year ahead be filled with health and prosperity," Union Minister Gadkari said.

Mallikarjun Kharge, who became Congress President in 2022, turned 83 today. He was born in the village of Varavatti in Karnataka's Bidar district.

Kharge, who was an advocate by profession, started his political career as a student leader and General Secretary of the Students' Union in Gulbarga. Before becoming a Member of Parliament in 2009, he had been elected as a Member of the Karnataka State Legislative Assembly for nine terms.

Rajya Sabha Chairman Mallikarjun Kharge also greeted Kharge in the House on his birthday.

The Monsoon Session of the Parliament began today and will continue till August 21. There will be a total of 21 sittings across 32 days.

- ANI

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Shreya B
Kharge ji has such an inspiring journey - from student leader to Congress president. At 83, his energy is remarkable! Wishing him good health and more years of service to the nation.
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Aman W
While birthday wishes are nice, I wish our leaders would show this same unity when debating important bills in Parliament. The monsoon session just started - let's see some real cooperation!
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Priya S
Heartwarming to see PM Modi and other BJP leaders wishing Kharge ji. These small gestures matter in politics. Hope this positive energy continues through the session. Happy birthday to the veteran leader! 🎉
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Karthik V
As someone from Karnataka, I'm proud of Kharge ji's journey from our state to national politics. His grassroots connect is still strong despite being in Delhi for years. Janasevaka!
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Michael C
Interesting to observe Indian political culture where leaders publicly exchange pleasantries despite being fierce opponents. Quite different from Western politics where such gestures are rare.

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