In a moment of levity amid heated parliamentary proceedings, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a playful jab at Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge during his Rajya Sabha speech on Thursday. Responding to persistent sloganeering from the opposition, Modi remarked, ‘Since Kharge ji is now a senior citizen, we must permit him to chant slogans sitting down.’ The comment drew hearty laughs across the chamber, diffusing tensions momentarily.
Turning to substantive matters, PM Modi lauded President Droupadi Murmu’s address as a sensitive portrayal of India’s transformative journey. From rural farmers to urban youth, every demographic’s contributions were highlighted, underscoring a unified vision for progress. ‘The President has voiced the aspirations and strengths of all Indians, inspiring us towards a prosperous future,’ Modi noted.
He framed the current era as a defining chapter, likening it to the critical phase of India’s independence movement. With the first quarter of the 21st century behind us, the second promises accelerated development. Every citizen senses this momentum, compelling the nation to maintain pace and achieve its goals relentlessly.
Economically, India shines with robust growth and controlled inflation, a testament to policy efficacy and economic fortitude. PM Modi’s address not only countered opposition noise but also rallied support for the government’s ambitious roadmap, setting a positive precedent for the session.