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New Delhi, March 18, 2026: Narendra Modi bid farewell to retiring Rajya Sabha members during the Budget Session, emphasizing that there is “no full stop in politics.”
PM Modi Praises Contributions of Retiring MPs
Addressing the Rajya Sabha, PM Modi appreciated the role of outgoing members. He highlighted that every MP contributes uniquely to parliamentary discussions.
“There is no full stop in politics. The future is waiting for you. Your experience and contribution will always be remembered,” he said.
Moreover, he noted that respect among members often rises above party lines during such moments.
Advice to Newly Elected MPs
Meanwhile, PM Modi urged newly elected members to learn from senior leaders like:
- H. D. Deve Gowda
- Mallikarjun Kharge
- Sharad Pawar
He stressed that their decades of parliamentary experience offer valuable lessons for new MPs.
Light Moment on Ramdas Athawale
In addition, PM Modi shared a lighter moment while speaking about Ramdas Athawale.
He praised Athawale’s humour and said:
“Athawale is evergreen… he will continue to bring humour and satire.”
List of Retiring MPs
A total of 37 Rajya Sabha members are retiring, including:
- Priyanka Chaturvedi
- Tiruchi Siva
- Abhishek Manu Singhvi
Rajya Sabha Elections Update
The farewell comes after the recent Rajya Sabha elections held across 10 states.
Key highlights:
- 37 seats were up for election
- 26 candidates elected unopposed
- NDA secured all five seats in Bihar
Newly elected members include leaders from Bihar, Odisha, and Haryana.
Political Journey Continues
PM Modi concluded by encouraging outgoing MPs to stay active in public life. He reiterated that politics offers continuous opportunities to serve the nation.
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