The BJP leader said that the opposition must "rise above politics" and participate in the inauguration ceremony slated to be held on May 28 at around 12 noon.
"The boycott and linking it to the respect of a tribal women (President Murmu) is completely unfair," the BSP chief said. Mayawati has, however, said she will not attend the ceremony due to pre-scheduled engagements.
A total of 20 opposition parties, including the Congress have announced a boycott of the inauguration of the new Parliament building. They have said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's decision to inaugurate the building without President Droupadi Murmu "insults the high office of the Pre
The inauguration of the Parliament Building has triggered a war of words with the Opposition accusing PM Modi of "sidelining" President Murmu and the ruling BJP accusing the latter of showing disregard for democracy.
While addressing a press conference in Chennai, the Finance Minister said, "It's a temple of democracy, even Prime Minister Narendra Modi entered the Parliament by bowing on its steps. I humbly request and appeal (to the Opposition), kindly re-think, change your stand and participate in t
The police will be increasing security, especially in New Delhi District considering a few opposition parties boycotting the inauguration of the New Parliament building, also Wrestlers sitting for a protest at Jantar Mantar.
Taking to Twitter CM Reddy said, "I congratulate @narendramodi ji for dedicating the grand, majestic and spacious Parliament building to the nation. Parliament, being the temple of democracy, reflects our nation's soul and belongs to the people of our country and all the political parties
In this regard, Andhra CM Reddy took to Twitter and said, " I congratulate PM Narendra Modi ji for dedicating the grand, majestic and spacious Parliament building to the nation. Parliament, being the temple of democracy, reflects our nation's soul and belongs to the people of our country
All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) is the latest edition to the list of opposition parties who will boycott the inauguration of the new Parliament building on May 28 as it "insults the high office of the President, and violates the letter and spirit of the Constitution".
National Democratic Alliance (NDA) on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the Opposition parties stating that the move to boycott the inauguration of the Parliament building is not merely disrespectful but is a blatant affront to the democratic ethos and constitutional values of the c