Narendra Modi Take Oath As Prime Minister Of India For 3rd Time
Sophia Loren (Author) Published Date : Jun 09, 2024 20:55 ISTIndia
In the recently concluded 18th Lok Sabha elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance secured a decisive victory by winning 292 seats, consolidating power for the third consecutive term.
In this historic triumph, Narendra Modi was sworn in as the Prime Minister for the 3rd consecutive term. President Drarubathi Murmu administered the oath of office to him. The prestigious swearing-in ceremony is scheduled took place at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, the official residence of the President of India, located in Delhi.
In addition to the swearing-in of the Prime Minister, the Union Cabinet members, led by Prime Minister Modi, also take their oaths, in a significant moment for the government.
BJP Vote Count In Lok Sabha Election 2024:
In the Lok Sabha Election 2024, the NDA secured 286 seats, while the BJP won 240 seats. This fell short of the 272 majority mark. It's worth noting that these numbers represent a decrease from the 303 and 282 seats the BJP won in 2019 and 2014, respectively, to achieve a majority on its own. This shift in seat count is significant and could have implications for the government and its policies.
Special Guests and Security:
Furthermore, a diverse and inclusive approach has been adopted for the inauguration ceremony, with invitations extended to various segments of society.
Notably, it is reported that individuals involved in the Vande Bharat initiative, Metro Rail project workers, contributors to the new Parliament Building Central Vista project, healthcare workers, and members of the transgender community have been welcomed to take part in this momentous occasion.
As a testament to the significance of security, elaborate measures have been taken to ensure the safety of the event, including the deployment of five paramilitary companies, National Defense Force personnel, and the use of drones in the vicinity of the Presidential Palace. These measures underscore the importance of security and order during such high-profile events.
New Union Cabinet led by PM Narendra Modi:
Prahlad Joshi was sworn in as a Minister in the new Union Cabinet led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Also taking oath as Ministers on Sunday were Giriraj Singh, BJP MP from Begusarai, and BJP leader Ashwini Vaishnaw. Virendra Kumar, a BJP leader from Madhya Pradesh who previously served as the Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment in the 17th Lok Sabha, also took oath as a Minister.
Additionally, TDP MP Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu became the youngest-ever member of the Central Cabinet after taking oath. Furthermore, Sarbananda Sonowal, a BJP leader and former Assam CM, took oath as a Minister in the new Union Cabinet led by PM Narendra Modi.
In addition to that, G. Kishan Reddy, BJP MP from Secunderabad, took oath as a Minister in the new Union Cabinet headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Kiren Rijiju, Hardeep Singh Puri, and Mansukh Mandaviya also took the oath of office and secrecy as Ministers. Following them, Bhupendra Yadav, BJP MP from Alwar, and Gajendra Singh Shekhawat took oath as Cabinet Ministers. Jyotiraditya Scindia also took the oath as a Cabinet Minister on Sunday.
BJP Voters:
BJP supporters are delighted with Narendra Modi's 3.0 version as Prime Minister of India. Leaders from around the world are extending their congratulations to PM Modi on his victory and swearing-in ceremony.
