During the budget session, Modi used the usual two-yearly farewell event to thank the leaving members and said “there’s no full stop in politics.” He described Parliament as being like an “open university” and encouraged the departing members to keep being involved in the public life of the country after their terms are over.
Farewell remarks and the message of continuity
Modi said this moment is bigger than political parties; when colleagues go onto something new, they all come to have a mutual respect. He told those who weren’t going to be back that what they’ve done for the country is still a part of the nation’s story, and generally, being in politics doesn’t end just because a job or term is finished. He also talked about how each member has a special part to play in the discussions and arguments within Parliament, and the knowledge they get from being in the house remains a useful thing for the country for a long time. “No full stop in politics” wasn’t meant as a resignation, but as a way to invite people to continue to participate in being a citizen.
Tributes to veteran parliamentarians and guidance for newcomers
He specifically mentioned older, respected politicians like H.D. Deve Gowda, Mallikarjun Kharge, and Sharad Pawar as examples of people who have been in Parliament for a very long time. He said the newly elected MPs should learn from these people, many of whom have spent more than half their lives working in Parliament and for the public. A period in the Rajya Sabha, Modi pointed out, can be a really valuable time for an MP to develop their understanding of what’s happening in the country. He urged the new parliamentarians to learn how to debate, how coalitions work, and how to examine laws thoroughly from the more experienced leaders.
Personal notes and lighter moments in the House
In a more cheerful moment, Modi said Ramdas Athawale (a Union Minister) is funny and will continue to provide plenty of jokes and playful comments even after he’s gone from Parliament. This made people laugh and showed the human side of working in Parliament. He also praised Harivansh, the outgoing Deputy Chairman, saying he’s gentle, quiet, and gets things done. Harivansh was praised for continuing to be in touch with people around the country during the breaks in Parliament, and particularly with young people about important national topics.
Electoral outcome and shifting Rajya Sabha composition
These farewells happened after the Rajya Sabha elections (every two years) where 37 places were filled in 10 states, and 26 of the people were chosen without a vote. Political experts say that the fact that parties in the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) stuck together and voted strategically is the main reason why the NDA has gained more power in the Rajya Sabha recently. Bihar is a good example of this: some members of the opposition didn’t vote, and this allowed the NDA to win all five of Bihar’s places in the Rajya Sabha. This shows how what happens at the state level and the numbers of votes affect the national Parliament.
Institutional reflection and the role of experience
Modi compared having two houses of Parliament to getting a second opinion. He said that having both houses look at things again makes the democratic process of making decisions stronger. He also said that some members have been in both the old and the new Parliament buildings, and this shows how things continue even when institutions change. The 59 MPs retiring between April and July, and the 37 whose seats were contested, are leaving as a change rather than a complete end to their work. Their experience in Parliament will likely continue to shape public discussions, give advice, and encourage people to get involved in the public life of the country.
In conclusion, Modi’s words turned the farewell into both a thank you and a call to continue working. He reminded the MPs that there are many ways to serve the country, and it doesn’t end when you give your final speech in Parliament. Serving the nation doesn’t finish when a person leaves the House.
