The first session of the 18th Lok Sabha is set to commence on June 24, according to Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju. This session, scheduled to run until July 3, will witness significant parliamentary proceedings, including the swearing-in of newly elected members and the election of the Speaker of the House. President Droupadi Murmu is expected to address a joint sitting of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha on June 27, outlining the government’s agenda for the next five years. Prime Minister Modi will introduce his council of ministers to Parliament after the President’s address. Here’s a concise breakdown of the key highlights:
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- Dates: June 24 to July 3, 2024
- Oath/Affirmation: Newly elected members to take oath or affirmation of their membership
- Speaker Election: Process of electing the Speaker of the House
- President’s Address: President Droupadi Murmu to address a joint sitting on June 27
- Rajya Sabha Session: The 264th Session of the Rajya Sabha to run concurrently from June 27 to July 3
- Prime Minister’s Introduction: Modi to introduce his council of ministers post the President’s address
- Motion of Thanks: Debate on the President’s address expected to be contentious
- Opposition Agenda: Opposition likely to corner the NDA government on various issues during the debate
- Prime Minister’s Response: Prime Minister Modi to respond to the Motion of Thanks in both Houses of Parliament
