President Droupadi Murmu is about to give her first presidential address after the formation of the third National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government. This significant event is happening as the new session of Parliament begins.
Following President Murmu’s address, both Houses of Parliament will move a motion of thanks, which will be discussed by the members. The first session of the 18th Lok Sabha began on Monday, and the Rajya Sabha session starts today.
Om Birla Re-elected as Lok Sabha Speaker
On Wednesday, Om Birla was re-elected as the Lok Sabha Speaker for the second consecutive term. His election followed a motion moved by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and seconded by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, which was adopted by the House through a voice vote.
In his speech, Birla called for the 18th Lok Sabha to be a center of creative thinking and new ideas, emphasizing the need to uphold high parliamentary traditions and dignity. He stressed the importance of working towards the vision of a developed India (Viksit Bharat).
This session marks the first Lok Sabha meeting after the recent general elections. The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) secured 293 seats, while the opposition INDI alliance won 234 seats. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), a major component of the NDA, did not achieve a majority on its own, securing 240 seats.
As the new parliamentary session unfolds, all eyes are on President Murmu’s address and the subsequent discussions. The focus will be on the government’s plans and their implementation, as well as the vision for the future of the country. The session is expected to set the tone for the upcoming legislative activities and the overall direction of the government.
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