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PremiumLok Sabha Election Results 2024 Highlights: Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and Seychelles Vice-President Ahmed Afif arrived in Delhi on Saturday for the swearing-in ceremony of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Nepal Prime Minister Pushpakamal Dahal 'Prachanda', accompanied by his daughter Ganga Dahal, will leave for New Delhi on Sunday.
According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu, Sri Lanka President Ranil Wickremesinghe, Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth and Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay will also attend the swearing-in ceremony.
President Droupadi Murmu will administer the oath of office and secrecy to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other members of the Union Council of Ministers at 7.15 pm on June 09, said Rashtrapati Bhavan.
The security has also been tightened in the national capital and special measures have been arranged for foreign dignitaries.
Meanwhile, Sonia Gandhi has been unanimously elected as Chairperson of the Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP). Whereas, the Congress Working Committee passed the resolution that party MP Rahul Gandhi should be appointed as the Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha.
After meeting President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday, Narendra Modi assured that the speed with which the country progressed in the previous terms, will continue to do so.
"The 18th Lok Sabha is about new energy, youth energy, and it will work for the Amrit Kal. It is an important milestone towards fulfilling those dreams when the country will be celebrating 100 years of independence in 2047," Modi added.
The NDA has 293 MPs, comfortably above the majority mark of 272 in the 543-member Lok Sabha.
The BJP emerged victorious in 240 out of 543 seats, while the Congress secured 99 seats. Though the Lok Sabha has 543 members, counting was conducted for 542 seats following the uncontested election of BJP's Surat candidate, Mukesh Dalal. The election results did not deliver the overwhelming victory anticipated by the BJP-led NDA or as indicated by the exit polls.
Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, who won from Vidisha Lok Sabha constituency, said on Friday that even the opposition knows that the Election Commission is "completely independent" but it does not believe this at times.
"Our Election Commission is completely independent and impartial, the entire world knows it, the opposition also knows it, but many times they do not believe it," Chouhan told ANI when asked about the Opposition's claims about Electronic Voting Machines.
Lok Sabha Election Results LIVE: According to officials, dignitaries attending the swearing-in will be given designated routes from their hotels to the venue and back.
Lok Sabha Election Results LIVE: A multi-layered security with five companies of paramilitary personnel, NSG commandoes, drones and snipers will blanket the Rashtrapati Bhawan for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's swearing-in ceremony scheduled on June 9, reported PTI quoting Delhi Police officials.
Lok Sabha Election Results LIVE: President has appointed me as PM-designate, have informed her that swearing-in ceremony may be held on Sunday, says Modi
I thank the people of the country for giving us the mandate. I assure you that the speed with which the country progressed in the previous terms, will continue to do so. 25 crore people coming out of poverty is a proud moment for the country.
Lok Sabha Election Results LIVE: After meeting President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan, Narendra Modi said that the 18th Lok Sabha is about new energy, youth energy and doing something. This 18th Lok Sabha is an important milestone towards fulfilling those dreams when the country will be celebrating 100 years of independence in 2047.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that every moment of his life is dedicated to upholding the noble values enshrined in the Constitution of India. READ MORE HERE
Lok Sabha Election Results LIVE: Narendra Modi will meet President Droupadi Murmu to stake claim to form government shortly
Lok Sabha Election Results LIVE: Nepal PM Pushpa Kamal Dahal and Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe will arrive in Delhi on June 9 to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Narendra Modi.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met former President Ram Nath Kovind, in the national capital before staking claim to form the government at the Centre for a third consecutive term.
It is only due to the Constitution that a person like me, born into poverty and in a backward family, is able to serve the nation, says PM Modi.
After attending NDA's Parliamentary Party meeting in Delhi, Kangana Ranaut, BJP MP from Mandi, said that PM Modi has given a vision for the next 25 years and NDA is here to stay.
“I think there is an atmosphere of enthusiasm in the whole country because it is the country's mandate. The country wants Modiji to lead us. You can witness the energy across the country. The celebrations are not only for the NDA but for people of the country. He (PM Modi) has given a vision for the next 25 years," Kangana told PTI.
Lok Sabha Election Results LIVE: Narendra Modi is scheduled to go to the Rashtrapati Bhawan to call on President Droupadi Murmu for staking claim to form the government.
Narendra Modi arrived at the residence of veteran BJP leader LK Advani in Delhi following a meeting in Parliament. Modi was chosen as the leader of the NDA Parliamentary Party today.
Narendra Modi has left the Parliament after his address. The Leader of BJP-led NDA Parliamentary Party Board and Leader of the Lok Sabha is likely to take oath on June 9. Senior leaders of NDA will soon go to Rashtrapati Bhawan to submit the letter of support.
TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu and Jana Sena Party chief Pawan Kalyan felicitated caretaker Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the NDA Parliamentary Party meeting.
“Mere liye yeh janm sirf aur sirf, one life one mission, aur who hai Meri Bharat Mata. Yeh mission hai 140 crore desh wasiyo ke sapno ko poora karne ke liye khap jana'...I want to thank all of you for extending support to me. I will not leave any stone unturned to fulfil your expectations," he said.
At the NDA Parliamentary Party meeting, Prime Minister Narendra Modi says "NDA has always given a corruption-free, reform-oriented stable government to the country. Congress-led UPA changed their name but they have been known for their corruption. Even after changing their names, the country has not forgiven them, the country has rejected them...I can say that because of their one-point agenda of opposing just one person, the people of the country have made them sit in the Opposition..."
Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "The mandate of 2024 is strengthening one thing again and again that in today's scenario, the country trusts only NDA. When there is such unbreakable trust, it is natural for the expectations of the country to increase. I consider this good...I had said earlier too that the 10 years that we worked are just trailer. It was not just an electoral statement, it was my commitment..."
Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "...If I keep NDA on one side & the aspirations and resolves of people of India, then I would say - NDA: New India, Developed India, Aspirational India..."
For me NDA stands for New India, Developed India, Aspirational India: PM Modi at NDA parliamentary party meet.
At the NDA Parliamentary Party meeting, Prime Minister Narendra Modi says "I believe that if we look at the results of the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections, from every parameter, the world believes that this is NDA's 'Mahavijay'. You saw how the two days went, it seemed as if we had lost, because they (opposition) had to make such imaginary promises to raise the morale of their workers. if we look at the statistics in the history of the alliance, then this is the strongest alliance government. An attempt was made not to accept this victory..."
PM Narendra Modi says, "When results were coming out on 4th June, I was busy with work. Phone calls started coming in later. I asked someone, numbers are fine, tell me EVM zinda hai ki mar gaya. These people (Opposition) had decided to ensure that people stop believing in democracy and democratic process of India. They continuously abused EVM. I thought they would take out the funeral procession of the EVM. But by the evening of 4th June, unko taale lag gaye. EVM ne unko chup kar diya. This is the strength of India's democracy, its fairness...I hope I won't get to hear about EVM for 5 years. But when we go into 2029, perhaps they will again harp about EVM...The country will never forgive them."
Power of India's democracy that those questioning EVMs and Election Commission were silenced after results: Narendra Modi at NDA meet.
NDA govt in next 10 years will focus on good governance, development, minimum interference in lives of common citizens: Narendra Modi
Delhi: BJP workers and supporters celebrate and burst crackers outside the Parliament after PM Modi was chosen as the leader of the NDA Parliamentary Committee today.
At the NDA Parliamentary Party meeting, Prime Minister Narendra Modi says "...There are 10 states in our country where the number of our tribal brothers is decisively high, NDA is serving in 7 out of these 10 states...Whether it is Goa or Northeast, where the number of Christians is decisively high, NDA has got the opportunity to serve in those states as well..."
At the NDA Parliamentary Party meeting, Prime Minister Narendra Modi says "I am very fortunate that all of have unanimously chosen me as the leader of NDA. You all have given me a new responsibility and I am very grateful to you...When I was speaking in this House in 2019, you all chose me as the leader, then I emphasized one thing which is trust. Today, when you are giving me this role, it means that the bridge of trust between us is strong. This relationship is on a strong foundation of trust and this is the biggest asset..."
At the NDA Parliamentary Party meeting, Prime Minister Narendra Modi says "I express my heartfelt gratitude to all the leaders of the constituent parties present in this assembly hall, all the newly elected MPs and our Rajya Sabha MPs. It is a matter of happiness for me that I have had the opportunity to welcome such a large group here today. All those leaders who have come victorious deserve congratulations. The lakhs of workers who have worked day and night, today from this central hall, I bow down and salute them..."
Narendra Modi elected as the Leader of Lok Sabha, Leader of the BJP and Leader of NDA Parliamentary Party.
At the NDA Parliamentary Party meeting, Jana Sena Party chief Pawan Kalyan says "...Modi ji you truly inspire the nation. As long as you are the Prime Minsiter of this country, our country will never bow down to anyone..."
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and LJP (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan share a candid moment at the NDA Parliamentary Party meeting.
At the NDA Parliamentary Party meeting, Bihar CM- JD(U) chief Nitish Kumar says "All the pending works of Bihar will be done. It is a very good thing that all of us have come together and we will all work together with you (PM Modi). You will be swearing in as the Prime Minister on Sunday, but I wanted you to do it today itself. Whenever you take the oath, we will be with you...We will all work together under your leadership..."
Delhi: At the NDA Parliamentary Party meeting, TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu, "...Narendra Modi has a vision and a zeal, his execution is very perfect. He is executing all his policies with a true spirit...Today, India is having the right leader - that is Narendra Modi. This is a very good opportunity for India, if you miss now, we will miss forever..."
Senior BJP leader Amit Shah seconds proposal for Narendra Modi's name as leader of NDA parliamentary party.
BJP's Nitin Gadkari, NDA leaders second proposal to make Modi leader of BJP in Lok Sabha, BJP parliamentary party, NDA parliamentary party.
| LJP (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan greeted BJP MP-elect Kangana Ranaut ahead of the NDA Parliamentary party meeting in Parliament premises today
BJP MP Rajnath Singh proposes the name of Narendra Modi as the Leader of the BJP Parliamentary Party, Leader of the NDA Parliamentary Party and Leader of the Lok Sabha.
On third consecutive term of Modi govt, Rajasthan CM & BJP leader Bhajanlal Sharma says, "The way development has happened in the country since 2014, it will continue the same way."
The CM is in Parliament to attend the NDA Parliamentary party meeting.
Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted and welcomed by the NDA leaders at the NDA Parliamentary Party meeting.
Delhi: Celebrations outside the Parliament building.
NDA Parliamentary Party meeting will begin at the Central Hall of the Samvidhan Sadan (Old Parliament) shortly.
Elected from Nagpur Lok sabha seat, BJP leader Nitin Gadkari arrives at Parliament for NDA Parliamentary Party meeting
Narendra Modi to take oath as PM for 3rd time on June 9, Sunday, at 6 pm: BJP leader Pralhad Joshi at NDA parliamentary party meeting
