Parliament inauguration Highlights: PM Modi dedicates new Parliament to nation, says it reflects hopes and aspirations of New India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has ended his speech. The inaugural ceremony has no officially concluded.

Several years of foreign rule stole our pride from us, the Prime Minister said on Sunday. “Today, India has left behind that colonial mindset,” he said addressing the gathering in the new Parliament.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that there are some moments in the developmental journey of every nation that get immortalised. Today, the PM said, is one such day for India.

The new Parliament will lead to the development of the entire world. “When India moves forward, then the World moves forward. This new Parliament will also lead to the development of the world through the development of India,” the Prime Minister said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the Sengol that has been installed in Parliament today has been a symbol of justice, righteousness and good governance. The Prime Minister said that he is happy that the Sengol has been given its righteous place.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the Parliament. He said that the new Parliament House is a reflection of the aspirations and dreams of a New India. “This new building will stand witness to the realisation of an Atma Nirbhar Bharat,” the Prime Minister said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has released a commemorative stamp and a new Rs 75 coin to mark the inauguration of the new Parliament building.

“The entire nation is witnessing this moment today. I express my gratitude towards PM Modi under whose leadership this new Parliament was built in under 2.5 years,” Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said addressing the gathering during the inaugural ceremony of the new Parliament building.

Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh read out a message from President Droupadi Murmu in the new Parliament building.

Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh reads out the message from Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar in new Parliament.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the new Parliament to chants of 'Modi, Modi' and a standing ovation by members present in the Lok Sabha.

The inaugural ceremony of the new Parliament building got underway with the National Anthem. Members of Parliament, CMs of different States and other dignitaries were present at the occasion.

Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh addressed the gathering at the inauguration of the new Parliament building and said that the day will prove an important milestone as it will prove to be a source of inspiration in the Amritkaal. “It is a matter of immense happiness that a new modern Parliament was constructed in less than 2.5 years under the leadership of PM Modi,” he said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived to a rousing welcome in the Lok Sabha for the second leg of the inaugural ceremony of the new Parliament building. The ceremony begins with the recital of the National Anthem.

Members of Parliament, chief ministers, members of the armed forces, and foreign dignitaries have arrived at the Parliament House for the second leg of the Parliament inauguration.

Protesting wrestlers Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia are among several people detained for an attempt to take out a march towards Parliament where the inaugural event of the new Parliament House is underway. Delhi Police said there was no permission to undertake the march and Section 144 is in place in view of the inaugural ceremony.

11.30 AM: Arrival of guests and dignitaries.

12.00 PM: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives. Ceremony begins with the National Anthem.

12.10 PM: Speech by Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh, likely to read out messages from President Droupadi Murmu and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar.

12.17 PM: Screening of two short films.

12.38 PM: Speech by Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha (unlikely to attend). Speech by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.

1.05 PM: Release of Rs 75 coin and a commemorative stamp by the Prime Minister.

1.10 PM: Speech by PM Narendra Modi.

2.00 PM: Ceremony concludes.

The second leg of the inauguration of the new Parliament will begin at 12 noon. The National Anthem will be followed by speeches by dignitaries, the release of a new Rs 75 coin and a stamp. It is scheduled to conclude at 2 PM.

AIMIM MP Asaduddin Owaisi said that it would have been more appropriate if Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla inaugurated the new Parliament House. He also took a jibe at the RJD and said the ruling party in Bihar has no business calling the Parliament a coffin. “RJD has no stand, the old Parliament building did not even have clearance from Delhi Fire Service. Why are they (RJD) calling the Parliament a coffin? They could have said anything else, why do they need to bring this angle?” Owaisi wondered.

Union minister Pralhad Joshi on SUnday said that the Congress party can't tolerate good things happening in the country and claimed that the party is lying about Sengol. He also took a shot at the RJD for defaming the Parliament. “Parliament is a temple of democracy, people will give them a befitting reply for the way they (RJD) are using expletives for the new Parliament,” he said, referring to the RJD's tweet today comparing the new Parliament building to a coffin.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the inauguration of the new Parliament building fills our hearts and minds with pride, hope and promise. “ay this iconic building be a cradle of empowerment, igniting dreams and nurturing them into reality. May it propel our great nation to new heights of progress,” the PM tweeted.

“Mahapanchayat will certainly be held today. We're fighting for our self-respect. They're inaugurating the new Parliament building today, but murdering democracy in the country. We appeal to the administration to release our people detained by police,” wrestler Bajrang Punia said today. The protesting wrestlers have planned a Mahila Mahapanchayat at Jantar Mantar and a protest march demanding action against WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. The Delhi Police has denied permission for any gathering in view of the Parliament inauguration.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi felicitated workers who played a key role in the construction of the new Parliament building earlier today. The first leg of the opening ceremony event saw the PM inaugurate the new Parliament building and install the 'Sengol' in the new Parliament. The PM also performed puja and participated in a multi-faith prayer meeting held on the Parliament premises.

To open a new Parliament building without the Opposition makes it an incomplete event, NCP MP Supriya Sule said on SUnday. “It means there is no democracy in the country.”

Union minister Arjun Munda said Sunday that the Opposition parties, who boycotted the inauguration of the new Parliament building by PM Modi, should “not do politics” and take part to “strengthen democracy”.

The Rashtriya Janata Dal has stoked a controversy with a tweet on the inauguration of the new Parliament building.

All entry and exit gates of Central Secretariat and Udyog Bhawan metro stations have been closed for passenger movement. Interchange facilities are available at Central Secretariat, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation said in a statement.

– PM Modi arrived at the new Parliament building at around 7.25 AM and paid floral tributes to the Mahatma Gandhi statue in the Parliament House

– He then proceeded to take part in the havan and grand puja along with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.

– This was followed by the PM installing Tamil Nadu's historic 'Sengol' near the Lok Sabha Speaker's chair in the new Parliament building.

– PM Modi honoured the workers who helped build India's new Parliament.

– PM Modi unveiled a plaque to mark the inauguration of the new Parliament building

– A multi-faith prayer meeting was held in Parliament premises and was attended by several dignitaries, religious and political leaders.

“Today, the Sengol is going to get the right place in the Mother of Democracy. This sacred Sengol will continue to inspire us to walk on the 'Kartavya Path',” PM Modi said on Saturday as he received the historical golden sceptre with the blessings of Adheenam seers from Tamil Nadu.