For the first time in last six decades, a Prime Minister has got the third term – Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar
The Vice-President, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar today acknowledged the historical significance of the Government’s third term, unprecedented in last six decades. Emphasising the rarity of such an accomplishment, he stated “It is for the first time since 1962 that a Prime Minister has got a third term”.
Addressing the participants of the Rajya Sabha Internship Programme at Vice President’s enclave, Shri Dhankhar urged the interns to harness the power of social media to express their views and remain vigilant against pernicious tendencies in democracy. Emphasizing the role of constructive debate, dialogue and discussion in the Parliament for positive growth, Shri Dhankhar urged the interns to mobilize public opinion if they see any deviation from these principles.
Describing the internship programme as a “Parliamentary Startup” that would provide a new direction and urge to engage with the country’s democratic processes, Shri Dhankhar highlighted how citizens can indirectly participate and raise public issues through petitions, without being a member of Parliament.
Dr Sudesh Dhankhar, Deputy Chairman, Rajya Sabha Shri Harivansh, Secretary General, Rajya Sabha Shri P.C. Mody, Secretary to the Vice President, Shri Sunil Kumar Gupta, Secretary Rajya Sabha, Shri Rajit Punhani and other senior officials were present.