The recent statement made by the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) party, likening the Parliament building to a coffin, has sparked widespread debate and controversy. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has strongly criticized this comparison, labeling it as an act of treason.
Central government inaugurated the new Parliament building
Today, the Central government inaugurated the new Parliament building, an event that was met with mixed reactions. The Rashtriya Janta Dal compared the building to a coffin, expressing their discontent. Additionally, several opposition leaders, including Supriya Sule and Asaduddin Owaisi, raised concerns about the ceremony, criticizing the lack of opposition presence during the launch.
During the inauguration, Prime Minister Modi unveiled the plaque to signify the opening of the new Parliament building. He performed a puja and placed the sacred ‘Sengol’ in the Lok Sabha chamber, next to the Speaker’s chair. The ‘Sengol’ was handed over to him by Adheenams, and the ceremony commenced with an early morning havan (fire ritual) and multi-faith prayers. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla was also present alongside PM Modi during the puja.
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh criticize the inauguration of the new Parliament building
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh took to Twitter to criticize the ruling party regarding the inauguration of the new Parliament building. In his tweet, he listed significant decisions made on May 28 and accused the central government of hindering the President from fulfilling their constitutional duties. He specifically mentioned that the first tribal President was not permitted to inaugurate the new Parliament House in 2023.
28 मई को आज के दिन:
1. नेहरू, जिन्होंने भारत में संसदीय लोकतंत्र को मज़बूत करने के लिए सबसे अधिक काम किया, उनका 1964 में अंतिम संस्कार किया गया था।
2. सावरकर, जिसकी विचारधारा ने ऐसा माहौल बनाया जो महात्मा गांधी की हत्या का कारण बना, उसका जन्म 1883 में हुआ था।
3. राष्ट्रपति,…
— Jairam Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) May 28, 2023
