New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE: Our hearts and minds are filled with pride, hope and promise: PM Modi

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'They could have said anything else, why bring this angle?' says AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi on RJD's coffin tweet

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi said on Sunday that the RJD’s comments on the new Parliament building were unacceptable and unnecessary.

The Rashtriya Janata Dal has caused a lot of stir by comparing the new Parliament building with a coffin. In a tweet, RJD posted a picture of the building alongside a coffin with the caption: “What’s this?”

Read More ये क्या है? pic.twitter.com/9NF9iSqh4L — Rashtriya Janata Dal (@RJDforIndia) May 28, 2023 11:59 (IST) New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE

After Sengol discovery, PM urges Indians to visit museums, tweet pics with #MuseumMemories

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged people to visit museums across the country, and said that this will strengthen the connection of Indians with our glorious culture.

“I urge you that whenever you get a chance do visit these museums of our country. Do not forget to share the attractive pictures from there on #MuseumMemories. This will strengthen the connection of Indians with our glorious culture,” PM Modi said during the 101st episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’.

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Division in Opposition over Sengol as Shashi Tharoor says must embrace the symbol of 'sovereignty & rule of dharma'

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has given a thorough explanation over the ‘Sengol’ controversy while acknowledging that “both sides have good arguments.”

The historic ‘Sengol’ which was received and placed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier today during the new Parliament building inauguration ceremony, has created a lot of stir over its historical significance and an apparent connection with Jawaharlal Nehru.

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Proud to participate in the inauguration ceremony, says 293 rd head priest of Madurai Adheenam

The 293 rd head priest of Madurai Adheenam said that he felt proud to participate in the inauguration ceremony of the new Parliament building.

He also added that PM Modi is the first Prime Minister who invited Tamil Adheenams and proudly encouraged Tamil culture in the Parliament. #WATCH | I feel very proud to participate in the inauguration ceremony of the new Parliament building. PM Modi has always stood proudly with the Tamil culture and Tamil people. Modi ji is the first PM who invited Tamil Adheenams and proudly encourages the Tamil culture in the… pic.twitter.com/JYPV3nF5vf — ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2023 11:13 (IST) New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE

'BJP considers Dalit, SC, ST communities as untouchable,' says AAP

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated the new Parliament building and placed the historic ‘Sengol’ beside the Lok Sabha Speaker’s chair. The first half of the inauguration ceremony concluded following a ‘sarva-dharma’ havan that was participated by PM Modi, Amit Sham, JP Nadda, among others.

The inauguration of the new Parliament building, however, has been boycotted by several oppositions who say that the inauguration should have been done by President and not the Prime Minister.

Read More 11:02 (IST) New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE

'BJP considers Dalit, SC, ST communities as untouchable,' says AAP

In a statement to the media, Sanjay Singh, the national spokesperson for AAP said that the BJP mindset is against dalit, SC and ST community.

He also added that that a member of this community who happens to be the head of state is not invited. At Ram Temple shilanyas, President Ram Nath Kovind was not invited however the RSS chief is invited. Then President Ram Nath Kovind was not invited as he is from Dalit community. New Parliment shilanyas Kovind not invited. President Murmu, who is from ST community, is not invited.

Singh added that BJP considers them untouchable and that they would never invite them to auspicious occasions. 10:54 (IST) New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE

Our hearts and minds are filled with pride, hope and promise: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated the new Parliament building and installed the historic Sengol in the Lok Sabha chamber.

“As the new building of India’s Parliament is inaugurated, our hearts and minds are filled with pride, hope and promise. May this iconic building be a cradle of empowerment, igniting dreams and nurturing them into reality. May it propel our great nation to new heights of progress,” he tweeted.

Read More 10:48 (IST) New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE

BJP guns for treason charge to be slapped on RJD over coffin tweet

Soon after Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new Parliament building and with the first phase of the inauguration ceremony done, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) posted an image on its official Twitter handle comparing the new Parliament building with a coffin.

Being a historic day for India, RJD’s comments were slammed by BJP leaders. Dushyant Gautam, a BJP leader, said, “This is very unfortunate. Today they are comparing it with a coffin, were they comparing the old Parliament with ‘zero’? We were earlier sitting in zero.”

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Sengol not a walking stick tweets BJP National Spokesperson It was not a walking stick Sengol is the pious ornament that bridges Bharat before Gulami to Bharat after Azadi, reflects our culture & guides us on path of righteousness & justice Jai Hind Jai Bharat Vande Mataram #MyParliamentMyPride @narendramodi pic.twitter.com/PWWVZKw8jt — Shehzad Jai Hind (@Shehzad_Ind) May 28, 2023 10:43 (IST) New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE

Inspiring pride in India’s culture

BJP tweeted that the inauguration was a moment that will inspire pride in India's culture, tradition, and thriving democracy. A moment that will make every Indian proud of our culture, heritage and vibrant democracy! #MyParliamentMyPride pic.twitter.com/rt9I6uN94g — BJP (@BJP4India) May 28, 2023 09:53 (IST) New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE

900 artisans from UP weaved carpet for new Parliament building

In the new Parliament building, premium hand-knotted carpets weaved laboriously by as many as 900 artisans from Uttar Pradesh for a whopping “10 lakh man-hours ” will adorn the floors of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.

The new Parliament building, to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday, will showcase exquisite motifs of national bird peacock and national flower lotus in the carpets of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, respectively.

Read More 09:36 (IST) New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE

PM Modi places 'Sengol' inside complex, seeks blessings of adheenams

Shortly after he arrived at the location, PM Modi attended a havan and performed a puja at the premises ahead of the inauguration.

He also bowed down to the Sengol and sought blessings from all the 21 Adheenams. He later entered the new Parliament building carrying the sengol following which he placed the historic relic beside the speaker’s chair.

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Entry, exit gates of two metro stations in Delhi closed

Due to the opening of the new Parliament building, all entrance and exit gates at the Delhi Metro's Central Secretariat and Udyog Bhawan stations have been shut, according to authorities on Sunday.

The new building is next to the Central Secretariat station, which serves as a hub for the Violet and Yellow lines.

"As per directions received from the Delhi Metro Rail Police, all entry and exit gates of Central Secretariat and Udyog Bhawan stations have been closed for passenger movement," the Delhi Metro Railway Corporation tweeted around 8:30 am.

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First phase of inauguration ceremony over

The national anthem will be sung in the Lok Sabha chamber in front of all the dignitaries, including Prime Minister Modi, to kick off the ceremony's second part. 08:27 (IST) New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE

PM Modi unveils plaque to mark the inauguration of new Parliament building

The plaque commemorating the opening of the new Parliament building is unveiled by PM Modi. #WATCH | PM Modi unveils the plaque to mark the inauguration of the new Parliament building pic.twitter.com/quaSAS7xq6 — ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2023 08:23 (IST) New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE

PM Modi commends the workforce

PM Narendra Modi expressed his gratitude to the employees who contributed to the creation and construction of the new Parliament House. Additionally, he unveiled the plaque commemorating the opening of the new Parliament building. #WATCH | PM Narendra Modi felicitates the workers who helped in the building and development of the new Parliament House. pic.twitter.com/r6TkOQp4PX — ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2023 08:14 (IST) New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE

PM Modi attends 'Sarv-dharma' prayer 

PM Modi attends a 'Sarv-dharma' prayer ritual at the new Parliament building with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and Cabinet members. Delhi | PM Modi along with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and Cabinet ministers attends a 'Sarv-dharma' prayer ceremony being held at the new Parliament building pic.twitter.com/lfZZpTDMHx — ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2023 08:11 (IST) New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE

PM Modi is blessed by seers from several Adheenams

After the installation of the 'Sengol' in the new Parliament building in Delhi, PM Modi received blessings from seers of various Adheenams from Tamil Nadu. Adheenams are Saivite mathematics from ancient times. There were initially 19 of them scattered over Tamil Nadu. They are completely devoted to Lord Shiva.
#WATCH | PM Modi receives blessings of seers of different Adheenams from Tamil Nadu after the installation of the 'Sengol' in the new Parliament building in Delhi pic.twitter.com/Hex1LaWA8X — ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2023 07:59 (IST) New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE

Historic Sengol placed near Lok Sabha Speaker’s chair

PM Modi places the historic 'Sengol' in the new Parliament building near the Lok Sabha Speaker's chair. #WATCH | PM Modi installs the historic 'Sengol' near the Lok Sabha Speaker's chair in the new Parliament building pic.twitter.com/Tx8aOEMpYv — ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2023 07:52 (IST) New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE

PM Modi bows before 'Sengol'

PM Modi bows as a symbol of reverence before the 'Sengol' during the event marking the start of the new Parliament building's inauguration. #WATCH | PM Modi bows as a mark of respect before the 'Sengol' during the ceremony to mark the beginning of the inauguration of the new Parliament building pic.twitter.com/7DDCvx22Km — ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2023 07:43 (IST) New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE

Puja commences for new Parliament building's opening

PM Modi and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla commence puja for the new Parliament building's opening.

The puja ritual will last roughly an hour. Following the puja, the Prime Minister will receive the 'Sengol' and install it in the new Parliament. #WATCH PM Modi and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla begin pooja for the inauguration of the new Parliament building The puja ceremony will continue for about an hour. After the puja, the PM will receive the 'Sengol' and install it in the new Parliament. pic.twitter.com/S13eVwZZD3 — ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2023 07:38 (IST) New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE

PM offers flowers at statue of Mahatma Gandhi

PM Modi and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla pay floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Parliament House ahead of the new building's inauguration. #WATCH | PM Modi and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla pay floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at the Parliament House, ahead of the inauguration of the new building pic.twitter.com/NCt7kf5xQj — ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2023 07:36 (IST) New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE

PM arrives at new Parliament Building

PM Modi arrives at the new Parliament Building accompanied by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla #WATCH | PM Narendra Modi arrives for the inauguration of the new Parliament Building He is accompanied by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla pic.twitter.com/uZFsSgPyiP — ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2023 07:34 (IST) New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE

Security beefed up in and around complex, wrestlers to continue protest

With the grand inauguration of the new Parliament building today, thousands of police personnel have been deployed in Lutyens’ Delhi in and around the new Parliament building complex.

Meanwhile, wrestlers protesting at Jantar Mantar, barely two kilometres away, have decided to carry on with their “Mahapanchayat” no matter what.

The police, on the other hand, are on high alert to ensure that no protestor moves toward the new Parliament complex as permission has not been granted to hold the “Mahila Mahapanchayat”.

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PM Modi to arrive shortly

PM Modi is anticipated to arrive soon, and the ritual will begin with a puja that will last around one hour. #WATCH | PM Narendra Modi to inaugurate the new Parliament building today The PM is expected to arrive here shortly, and the ceremony will begin with a puja which will continue for about an hour. After the puja, the PM will receive the 'Sengol' and install it in the new… pic.twitter.com/AUQvHjChJn — ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2023 07:20 (IST) New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE

Returning to the Vedas

According to ANI sources, several Vedic rites would be done before the opening of the new Parliament building.

Around 12 pm, the inauguration ceremony will begin.

According to the sources, an elaborate ceremony will start at 7:30 am, which will involve pujas done in a Vedic ceremonial manner. These pujas will continue till 9 am. 07:15 (IST) New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE

Adheenams to be present for the ceremony

Adheenams from various Tamil Nadu mutts leave towards the new Parliament building to attend the inaugural event.

Earlier, on the eve of the new Parliament building's opening, the Adheenams (priests) handed over the sacred sceptre, 'Sengol,' to PM Modi. Delhi | Adheenams from different mutts across Tamil Nadu leave for the new Parliament building to attend the inauguration ceremony pic.twitter.com/PnUv8wd8Ou — ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2023 07:11 (IST) New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE

VIPs arrive at new Parliament House

VIPs begin to arrive at the new Parliament House ahead of the inaugural event.

Delhi | The arrival of VIPs at the new Parliament House begins ahead of the inauguration ceremony Visuals from Vijay Chowk pic.twitter.com/COD31un8HO — ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2023 07:07 (IST) New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE

Sengol was disrespected, says PM ahead of new Parliament inauguration

“It would have been good if the holy  Sengol  would have been given due respect and an honourable position after independence,” PM Narendra Modi said on Saturday after receiving the sacred sceptre from Adheenams (priests) handed over the sacred sceptre to him, on the eve of the inauguration of the new Parliament building.

“But this Sengol was kept on display as a walking stick in Anand Bhavan, Prayagraj. Your ‘sevak’ and our Govt have brought the Sengol out of Anand Bhavan,” he added.

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Bollywood star Akshay Kumar congratulates PM Modi

Akshar Kumar, a Bollywood actor, tweeted his congratulations to PM Modi and stated that he was "proud to see this glorious new building of the Parliament." Proud to see this glorious new building of the Parliament. May this forever be an iconic symbol of India’s growth story. #MyParliamentMyPride pic.twitter.com/vcXfkBL1Qs — Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) May 27, 2023 06:55 (IST) New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE

Important day for India

The 18th pontiff of Tamil Nadu's Vellakuruchi Adheenam said that India will inaugurate its new Parliament building today, making it an important day for the country.

The 'Sengol' will be placed next to the Speaker's seat.  Today is a very important day for India as the new Parliament building will be inaugurated today. The 'Sengol' will be installed near the Speaker's chair. The PM honoured all the Adheenams yesterday: 18th pontiff of Vellakuruchi Adheenam from Tamil Nadu, in Delhi pic.twitter.com/fI8UmpW1s8 — ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2023
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will open the new, technologically advanced Parliament building, today.
Before PM Modi inaugurates the new Parliament building, several Vedic rites will be carried out, according to sources.
On Sunday, the new Parliament building will be officially inaugurated by Prime Minister Modi and Speaker of the Lok Sabha, Om Birla.
Even though the precise information about the inauguration has not been made public, ANI has learned from trustworthy sources that it will happen in two stages.
Numerous events, including puja, will take place throughout the inauguration beginning on Sunday morning. PM Modi will then receive the Sengol and install it following a ceremony. The plaque will then be unveiled when the diya has been lit.
Additionally, there will be a Sarv Dharma Sabha and PM Modi will speak with Shramjeevis.
PM Modi will honour the construction worker for their contribution to the Parliament.
The inauguration ceremony will begin at 7:30 a.m. with a Vedic ceremonial puja. These pujas will continue till nine in the morning.
According to the sources, the rituals ahead of the inaugural ceremony will begin in the morning and is likely to be held in a pandal (canopy) near the Gandhi statue in Parliament. PM Modi, Lok Sabha Speaker, Om Birla, Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Hariwansh and some senior ministers in the government are likely to be part of the ceremony.
A prayer ceremony will also be organised on the premises of the parliament-building”>new parliament building, say the sources.
The morning phase will end at close to 9:30 am after which the second leg of the ceremony is expected to begin at noon with the singing of the national anthem in the Lok Sabha chamber in the presence of all the dignitaries including PM Modi.
At 11:30 am, all the invitees including members of Parliament, Lok Sabha Speaker and Rajya Sabha, chairman and other distinguished guests are expected to be seated in the Lok Sabha chamber in the new building.
During this phase, a speech will be delivered by the Deputy Rajya Sabha Chairman, Hariwansh, who will further read a written congratulatory message on behalf of Rajya Sabha, Chairman, Jagdeep Dhankar. A written message by President Droupadi Murmu will also be read out on the occasion.
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