NewsBytes
    Hindi Tamil Telugu
    More
    In the news
    Shashi Tharoor
    Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)
    Arvind Kejriwal
    Mamata Banerjee
    Nitin Gadkari
    Rahul Gandhi
    Indian National Congress (INC)
    NewsBytes
    Hindi Tamil Telugu
    NewsBytes
    User Placeholder

    Hi,

    Logout


    India Business World Politics Sports Technology Entertainment Auto Lifestyle Inspirational Career Bengaluru Delhi Mumbai Visual Stories Find Cricket Statistics Phones Reviews Fitness Bands Reviews Speakers Reviews

    Download Android App

    Follow us on
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Linkedin
     
    Home / News / Politics News / New Parliament inauguration: These parties will attend amid opposition's boycott 
    Politics

    New Parliament inauguration: These parties will attend amid opposition's boycott 

    New Parliament inauguration: These parties will attend amid opposition's boycott 
    Written by Manzoor-ul-Hassan
    May 25, 2023, 01:05 pm 4 min read
    New Parliament inauguration: These parties will attend amid opposition's boycott 
    Many parties have decided to attend the new Parliament building inauguration despite opposition boycott call

    Biju Janata Dal (BJD) and Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP) have announced that they will attend the inauguration of the new Parliament building scheduled to be inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi on Sunday. Amid boycott calls from various opposition parties, including the Congress, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), and Trinamool Congress (TMC), both BJD and YSRCP invoked "democracy" to justify their decision to participate.

    Why does this story matter?

    • The new Parliament's inauguration has become the latest flashpoint between the opposition and the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
    • Opposition parties contend that the president—who is the highest constitutional authority—should inaugurate it.
    • However, the BJP maintains that the president is not a member of either House.
    • The opposition has also questioned the inauguration date as it coincides with Hindutva ideologue Vinayak Damodar Savarkar's birthday.

    'Constitutional institutions above any issue': BJD spokesperson Lenin Mohanty

    In a letter, BJD Spokesperson Lenin Mohanty announced the party's plan to attend the new Parliament's inaugural ceremony, saying, " BJD believes that these constitutional institutions should be above any issue that may affect their sanctity and honor." "Such issues can always be discussed in the august house (sic)," the letter read. Notably, the party has 12 Lok Sabha members and eight Rajya Sabha members.

    'Both president and parliament symbols of Indian democracy': Mohanty

    "The president of India is the head of the Indian State. The parliament represents 1.4 billion people of India. Both the institutions are symbols of Indian democracy and draw their authority from the constitution of India," the letter further read.

    BJD president meets PM Modi, rejects opposition's third front

    The BJD's declaration comes barely two weeks after its president and Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik met with PM Modi in New Delhi and reportedly sought the central government's support for the Jagannath International Airport. Patnaik had also reiterated his party's position that it would contest elections alone and that he did not foresee the prospect of a third front.

    Inauguration 'historic', will attend in true spirit of democracy: YSRCP

    Meanwhile, YSRCP leader and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy also confirmed on Wednesday that his party will attend the May 28 opening of the new Parliament building. Reddy described the ceremony as historic, saying the YSRCP will attend in the "true spirit of democracy," and complimented PM Modi for dedicating the grand, majestic and spacious Parliament building to the country,

    YSCRP President Reddy's subtle support for Centre

    Reportedly, the Centre recently approved a large influx of funds to Andhra Pradesh since the state's split in June 2014. Also, CM Reddy has mostly remained a subtle supporter of the Centre's policies, joining the opposition only in a few instances.

    Know other parties attending Sunday's event

    Other parties attending the ceremony include the Shiromani Akali Dal, Telugu Desam Party, Shiv Sena (Shinde), All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, National People's Party, and Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party. Sikkim Krantikari Morcha, Mizo National Front, Jananayak Janata Party, Rashtriya Lok Janshakti Party, Republican Party of India, India Makkal Kalvi Munnetra Kazhagam, and Tamil Maanila Congress are also attending the event, among others.

    19 opposition parties to boycott inauguration of new Parliament building 

    At least 19 opposition parties, including Congress, are boycotting the opening of the new Parliament building. They announced the decision in a joint statement on Wednesday. "Prime Minister Modi's decision to inaugurate the new Parliament building by himself, completely sidelining President Murmu, is not only a grave insult but a direct assault on our democracy which demands a commensurate response," read the statement.

    Know about Sunday's Parliament building inauguration

    During the inauguration ceremony on Sunday, Prime Minister Modi and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will dedicate the new Parliament building to the country. Invitations have reportedly been given to MPs in both Houses in digital and physical formats. According to reports, all state and union territory chief ministers, as well as secretaries of all central government ministries, have been invited.

    Share this timeline
    Facebook
    Whatsapp
    Twitter
    Linkedin
    Latest
    Narendra Modi
    Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)
    Biju Janata Dal
    Parliament

    Latest

    Happy birthday, Sobhita Dhulipala: Best on-screen performances Sobhita Dhulipala
    NVIDIA's Jensen Huang's wealth doubled this year: Who is he NVIDIA
    Happy birthday, Colin Farrell: Recalling the actor's career-defining roles Colin Farrell
    Matheesha Pathirana becomes the youngest overseas player to win IPL Matheesha Pathirana

    Narendra Modi

    'Will keep working harder': Modi as his government turns 9  Central Government
    Onir unveils first look of upcoming directorial, 'Pine Cone' Bollywood
    Eyeing 2024 polls, BJP begins 'khane pe charcha' in UP Uttar Pradesh
    Protesting wrestlers to immerse medals in Ganga River: Sakshee Malikkh Sakshi Malik

    Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)

    Congress leaders oppose backing AAP in Delhi ordinance row: Report Congress Party
    'Brave man, hero': Kejriwal after meeting Satyendar Jain in hospital Arvind Kejriwal
    Delhi ordinance row: Congress indecisive as Kejriwal rallies opposition support  Arvind Kejriwal
    Telangana CM KCR supports Kejriwal's fight against Centre's Delhi ordinance K. Chandrashekar Rao

    Biju Janata Dal

    Odisha: BJD fields slain Naba Das's daughter for Jharsuguda bypoll Odisha
    Odisha BJP leader booked for allegedly assaulting lady cop Odisha
    Odisha Health Minister Naba Kisore Das shot by cop dies Odisha
    #NewsBytesExplainer: What numbers say about Sinha vs Murmu presidential contest Yashwant Sinha

    Parliament

    Bimal Hasmukh Patel: Architect behind new Parliament, Central Vista Ahmedabad
    Watch: Light and laser show illuminates new Parliament building Narendra Modi
    Delhi Police foils wrestlers' march to new Parliament, many detained  Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh
    New Parliament inauguration: Modi releases special stamp, Rs. 75 coin Narendra Modi

    Love Politics News?

    Subscribe to stay updated.

    Politics Thumbnail
    Indian Premier League (IPL) Celebrity Hollywood Bollywood UEFA Champions League Tennis Football Smartphones Cryptocurrency Upcoming Movies Premier League Cricket News Latest automobiles Latest Cars Upcoming Cars Latest Bikes Upcoming Tablets
    About Us Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Contact Us Ethical Conduct Grievance Redressal News News Archive Topics Archive Download DevBytes Find Cricket Statistics
    Follow us on
    Facebook Twitter Linkedin
    All rights reserved © NewsBytes 2023