'Rajneeti Mein Nahi Hota Koi Full Stop' : PM Narendra Modi’s Message To Retiring Rajya Sabha MPs

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave an emotional but meaningful address during the farewell session of retiring MPs in Rajya Sabha. He said that politics never ends for those working in public life. The time, experience and contribution spent in the House are useful to the country and will continue to be so. On this occasion, the Prime Minister appreciated the work of all the outgoing MPs and linked their contribution to the strength of democracy.

What did PM Modi say on the occasion of farewell?

The prime minister said that Parliament is not just a platform for debate, but it is the center of exchange of ideas and democratic processes. Here every member comes with his own thinking and experience and enriches the discussion. He said that sometimes there are differences, but this is the beauty of democracy.

Is there really no end in politics?

PM Modi clearly said that there is no full stop in politics. He said that those who are leaving the House today will continue to serve the country in some form or the other. Whether they return to the House or become active in other areas of society, their experience will always be useful.

Was any hope expressed about his return?

The Prime Minister said that there are some MPs who are bidding farewell who will again go among the public and it is possible that they may return to the House again. Some leaders will contribute in new areas with their experience. He called it a new beginning, not the end.

How was the contribution of MPs remembered?

In his address, PM Modi said that every member has a different identity in the proceedings of the House. Some have depth in their words while others give direction from their experience. It is through the efforts of all these that the proceedings of the Parliament become meaningful and the policies become stronger.

How was the atmosphere of this farewell occasion?

The atmosphere of the House remained emotional during the farewell session. Leaders of different parties were seen remembering each other's contributions. Despite political differences, a feeling of mutual respect was clearly visible. The Prime Minister also underlined the same sentiment and said that such occasions remind us that the aim of all of us is the national interest.