During his remarks, PM Modi highlighted the success of India’s moon mission and G20 meeting. “Shiv Shakti Point (landing site of Chandrayaan-3) has become a new centre of inspiration, Tiranga Point (location on the Moon near the lunar south pole where Chandrayaan-2’s lander Vikram crashed) fills us with pride,” said PM Modi. “An atmosphere of festivity, enthusiasm prevails in the country, nation feeling a new self-confidence,” he said.
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The Prime Minister also urged all the members to contribute effectively in this session, leaving old problems behind and bringing new goods to this new house.
The last special session happened in 2017 to roll out India’s historic nationwide goods and services tax.
Here are key quotes from PM’s speech-
“At this time, we all are feeling an atmosphere of enthusiasm and a new confidence in the entire country. At the same time, this session of Parliament is taking place.”
“This session is short, but in terms of time, it is very big. This is a session of historic decisions. A specialty of this session is that the journey of 75 years is starting from a new destination.”
“Now, while taking forward the journey from a new place, we have to make the country a developed country by 2047. For this, all the decisions will be taken in the new Parliament building.”
PM Narendra Modi delivers his last speech in the old Lok Sabha | “Adieu to the historic building”
“Old Parliament building will keep inspiring future generations.”
“India’s power ensured consensus on G20 declaration.”
“G20 summit success is that of entire country, not of one person alone or one party.”
“Emotional moment to bid goodbye to this building; many bitter-sweet memories have been associated with it.”
“I once again congratulate our scientists and praise them (for the success of Chandrayaan-3).”
“When I first entered this building as member, I never imagined that I will get so much love from people.”
“The success of the G20 is of 140 crore Indians, it is the success of Bharat. It is not a success of an individual or a political party.”
“Number of women MPs may have been low earlier, but gradually their representation, contribution increasing.”
“Many people have a tendency of being suspicious about India, and this has continued since Independence. This time too (referring to the G20), they were confident that there will be no declaration. However, it is India’s strength that it happened.”
“There have been sweet and sour experiences, there has also been an atmosphere of bickering, and sometimes an atmosphere of conflict and sometimes, there has been an atmosphere of joy as well. All these memories are our shared memories, our shared heritage and hence, its pride is also our shared.”
“It is this august house that has seen active contribution from members aged 25 as well as those aged 93.”
“Post-Independence, many expressed doubts about country’s success; but the power of this Parliament proved naysayers wrong.”
“Biggest achievement of 75 years of this House is the ever-growing trust of the people in Parliament.”
“PM Modi lauds contribution of chamber attendants and House officials in ensuring smooth functioning of Parliament.”
“When this Parliament lost three serving PMs — Nehru ji, Shastri ji and Indira ji — they were given fitting tribute.”
“From Nehru to Shastri to Vajpayee, this Parliament has seen several leaders presenting their vision of India.”
“Over 7,500 members have so far contributed to both Houses; about 600 women MPs have enhanced dignity of both Houses.”
“It is this Parliament where Pandit Nehru spoke at ‘stroke of midnight hour’ which continues to inspire everyone.”
“This House also witnessed ‘cash for votes’ scam during the tenure of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh: PM Modi in Lok Sabha.”
“This Parliament saw a party with just four MPs sitting in power, while the party with more than 100 MPs sat in opposition.”
“I am confident that as we enter new Parliament building, we will go there with new hope and confidence: PM Modi in Lok Sabha.”
“I request all MPs to share their memories of this Parliament: PM Modi as he concludes his remarks on 75 years of Parliament legacy.”
Ahead of the session’s commencement, while speaking to the press outside Parliament, Prime Minister Modi affirmed that all pivotal decisions pertaining to India’s transformation into a developed nation by 2047 will be taken in the new Parliament building.
The initial session today is being conducted within the confines of the old Parliament building, with Members of Parliament slated to relocate to the new facility on September 19, marking the second day of the special session.
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