Parliament Monsoon Session: Rajya Sabha bids farewell to 6 retiring members

Rajya Sabha. Pic/PTI

Rajya Sabha on the 4th day of the Parliament Monsoon Session bids farewell to six members from Tamil Nadu who are completing their terms on Thursday. Rajya Sabha MPs across parties appreciated their contribution towards strengthening democratic traditions in the country.

As reported by PTI, out of the six retiring members of the Rajya Sabha, one of the retiring members, P. Wilson of DMK, has been re-elected to the Rajya Sabha.

The terms of M Mohamed Abdulla (DMK), N Chandrasegharan (AIADMK), Anbumani Ramadoss (PMK), M Shanmugam (DMK), Vaiko (MDMK), and P Wilson (DMK) are set to end on Thursday.

While bidding farewell to the retiring Rajya Sabha MPs, Deputy Chairman Harivansh, Leader of the House J. P. Nadda and several senior MPs across political parties spoke highly about the contribution of the retiring members to public discourse and strengthening democratic traditions.

The deputy chairman of the Rajya Sabha stated that "each one of these (retiring) members has contributed meaningfully to the deliberations of the House, bringing with them diverse experiences, perspectives, and a deep sense of commitment to public service and democratic value," as cited by news agency PTI.

Harivansh further expressed confidence that the leader who has devoted their entire life to the service of the people will not remain idle but will continue to work tirelessly for their appointment.

On behalf of the House, the Deputy Chairman also wished the retiring MPs good health, happiness, and continued success in their future endeavours.

Union Minister and BJP President Nadda also stated that retiring members during their tenure provided valuable insights on different aspects, including policy, legal, and social issues, thus enriching the House.

Earlier on July 22, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Ghanshyam Tiwari, who was in the Chair, on Tuesday announced that Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation as Vice President of India has been accepted by the President of India, Droupadi Murmu.

After Jagdeep Dhankar's retirement, Deputy Rajya Sabha Chairman Harivansh Narayan Singh was seen chairing the proceedings of the Rajya Sabha.

Furthermore, it has also been reported that the Election Commission of India (ECI) has begun preparations for the upcoming vice-presidential election, following the resignation of Jagdeep Dhankhar.

(With inputs from PTI)