Amid a row over a special session of Parliament called by the government to amend the Nari Shakti Vandan Act, which provides 33 per cent reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the legislation as an achievement of the NDA government, noting it was passed under their rule.&nbsp;"It is our government that has provided 33% reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies... Parliament is going to reconvene in three days. The law we have passed, which gives 33 per cent reservation to women, should start benefiting from the 2029 Lok Sabha elections. There is a need to enact a law to ensure 33 per cent participation of women in Parliament," he said.&nbsp;The government has announced an extension of the ongoing Budget session of Parliament by three days, on April 16, 17 and 18, to fast-track steps for operationalising 33 per cent reservation for women in Parliament and state assemblies, to implement it from the 2029 general elections.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-gives-iran-48-hour-ultimatum-warns-hell-will-rain-down-if-no-deal-reached-1775312869999">Trump gives Iran 48‑hour ultimatum, warns ‘hell will rain down’ if no deal reached</a>&nbsp;Congress has criticised the announcement to extend Parliament by raising questions over its timing, describing it as a violation of the Model Code of Conduct, and argued that the move is aimed at influencing the outcome of the assembly elections in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, scheduled to be held later this month.&nbsp;The Prime Minister, who was speaking at a public rally in poll-bound Kerala, said, "We have called the Congress people for a meeting, we hope they will listen to us... This amendment must pass by consensus."&nbsp;On the issue of delimitation, which has sparked fears across southern states over being at a disadvantage in political influence after the process, Modi assured that "no seats will be reduced" and that the increase in seats will benefit states across the country.&nbsp;"Kerala, Tamil Nadu, or other states that have done good work in population control, we want to firmly ensure in the law in Parliament this time that nowhere should the Lok Sabha seats be reduced... and second, the seats for women should increase as additional seats," he added.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Congress cautioned against any haste in amending the Constitution regarding the delimitation of parliamentary and assembly constituencies, saying it is a sensitive matter and can put several states at a significant disadvantage.&nbsp;Congress leader Jairam Ramesh, who addressed a press conference, referred to correspondence between party chief Mallikarjun Kharge and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, and said the party had demanded that an all-party meeting be convened after the conclusion of assembly polls on April 29 to discuss the bill to amend the Women's Reservation Act.&nbsp;

The government has announced an extension of the ongoing Budget session of Parliament by three days, on April 16, 17 and 18, to fast-track steps for operationalising 33 per cent reservation for women in Parliament and state assemblies.

Amid a row over a special session of Parliament called by the government to amend the Nari Shakti Vandan Act, which provides 33 per cent reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the legislation as an achievement of the NDA government, noting it was passed under their rule. "It is our government that has provided 33% reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies... Parliament is going to reconvene in three days. The law we have passed, which gives 33 per cent reservation to women, should start benefiting from the 2029 Lok Sabha elections. There is a need to enact a law to ensure 33 per cent participation of women in Parliament," he said. The government has announced an extension of the ongoing Budget session of Parliament by three days, on April 16, 17 and 18, to fast-track steps for operationalising 33 per cent reservation for women in Parliament and state assemblies, to implement it from the 2029 general elections. Also Read: Trump gives Iran 48‑hour ultimatum, warns ‘hell will rain down’ if no deal reached Congress has criticised the announcement to extend Parliament by raising questions over its timing, describing it as a violation of the Model Code of Conduct, and argued that the move is aimed at influencing the outcome of the assembly elections in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, scheduled to be held later this month. The Prime Minister, who was speaking at a public rally in poll-bound Kerala, said, "We have called the Congress people for a meeting, we hope they will listen to us... This amendment must pass by consensus." On the issue of delimitation, which has sparked fears across southern states over being at a disadvantage in political influence after the process, Modi assured that "no seats will be reduced" and that the increase in seats will benefit states across the country. "Kerala, Tamil Nadu, or other states that have done good work in population control, we want to firmly ensure in the law in Parliament this time that nowhere should the Lok Sabha seats be reduced... and second, the seats for women should increase as additional seats," he added. Meanwhile, Congress cautioned against any haste in amending the Constitution regarding the delimitation of parliamentary and assembly constituencies, saying it is a sensitive matter and can put several states at a significant disadvantage. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh, who addressed a press conference, referred to correspondence between party chief Mallikarjun Kharge and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, and said the party had demanded that an all-party meeting be convened after the conclusion of assembly polls on April 29 to discuss the bill to amend the Women's Reservation Act.

The government has announced an extension of the ongoing Budget session of Parliament by three days, on April 16, 17 and 18, to fast-track steps for operationalising 33 per cent reservation for women in Parliament and state assemblies.

‘Our govt provided 33% quota to women’: PM Modi assures no seat cut for southern states in delimitation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (March 31) lauded his government's effective foreign policy and public solidarity for keeping the "situation under control" despite the ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia, which have set off an energy crisis across the world, particularly in Asian countries. "The situation unfolding in West Asia is having repercussions across the entire world. Difficulties regarding energy requirements, specifically diesel, petrol, and gas, have escalated globally. Yet, even amidst such a crisis, India has successfully kept the situation under control. The strength behind this success lies in the nation's effective foreign policy and the unwavering unity of its citizens," the Prime Minister said.&nbsp;He made these remarks during a public gathering in his home state of Gujarat, while accusing opposition parties of stirring up division by spreading fear and inciting the public at a time when the nation calls for unity and solidarity. PM Modi alleged that the Congress party was rooting for the West Asia conflict to escalate so it could "gain political advantage."&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/first-oil-shipment-reaches-cuba-in-three-months-as-us-allows-russian-ship-to-dock-1774970096603">First oil shipment reaches Cuba in three months as US allows Russian ship to dock</a>&nbsp;Earlier in the day, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi cautioned that "a financial earthquake is coming" as the West Asia conflict continues to escalate. "You know better than me what is happening in the Middle East. You know the drama that is unfolding there. A tragedy is taking place. And nobody knows where it will end, where it will go," the Congress leader said. So far, the government has shielded Indian consumers from price shocks by cutting the central excise duty on both petrol and diesel by Rs 10 per litre, while also rolling out several rationing and prioritisation measures to ensure LPG supply to households. India, which heavily leans on energy imports, has come under significant strain following Iran's effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway through which 50 per cent of crude oil and 60 per cent of LNG transits, compared to 20 per cent of global supply&nbsp;New Delhi has also ramped up diplomatic efforts to secure supplies through the waterway, with around six Indian-flagged ships successfully making their way through the contested waters. In addition, India has stepped up its intake of Russian crude to offset the Persian Gulf shortfall. However, speaking in the Rajya Sabha on March 24, Prime Minister Modi had already flagged serious concerns over the "worrisome" escalation of the West Asia conflict, warning that the ongoing war has touched off a severe global energy crisis with direct and deeply troubling implications for India's economy and trade routes.

PM Modi alleged that the Congress party was rooting for the West Asia conflict to escalate so it could "gain political advantage."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (March 31) lauded his government's effective foreign policy and public solidarity for keeping the "situation under control" despite the ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia, which have set off an energy crisis across the world, particularly in Asian countries. "The situation unfolding in West Asia is having repercussions across the entire world. Difficulties regarding energy requirements, specifically diesel, petrol, and gas, have escalated globally. Yet, even amidst such a crisis, India has successfully kept the situation under control. The strength behind this success lies in the nation's effective foreign policy and the unwavering unity of its citizens," the Prime Minister said. He made these remarks during a public gathering in his home state of Gujarat, while accusing opposition parties of stirring up division by spreading fear and inciting the public at a time when the nation calls for unity and solidarity. PM Modi alleged that the Congress party was rooting for the West Asia conflict to escalate so it could "gain political advantage." Also Read: First oil shipment reaches Cuba in three months as US allows Russian ship to dock Earlier in the day, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi cautioned that "a financial earthquake is coming" as the West Asia conflict continues to escalate. "You know better than me what is happening in the Middle East. You know the drama that is unfolding there. A tragedy is taking place. And nobody knows where it will end, where it will go," the Congress leader said. So far, the government has shielded Indian consumers from price shocks by cutting the central excise duty on both petrol and diesel by Rs 10 per litre, while also rolling out several rationing and prioritisation measures to ensure LPG supply to households. India, which heavily leans on energy imports, has come under significant strain following Iran's effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway through which 50 per cent of crude oil and 60 per cent of LNG transits, compared to 20 per cent of global supply New Delhi has also ramped up diplomatic efforts to secure supplies through the waterway, with around six Indian-flagged ships successfully making their way through the contested waters. In addition, India has stepped up its intake of Russian crude to offset the Persian Gulf shortfall. However, speaking in the Rajya Sabha on March 24, Prime Minister Modi had already flagged serious concerns over the "worrisome" escalation of the West Asia conflict, warning that the ongoing war has touched off a severe global energy crisis with direct and deeply troubling implications for India's economy and trade routes.

PM Modi alleged that the Congress party was rooting for the West Asia conflict to escalate so it could "gain political advantage."

PM Modi credits effective foreign policy for keeping the ‘situation under control’ amid West Asia conflict

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated in Rajya Sabha on Tuesday (Mar 24) that it’s essential for India to put out a strong message to the world. He acknowledged the situation in the Strait of Hormuz and said it is "worrisome"; the country is all the more tense as Indian seafarers are stranded in the conflict region. "The war is affecting our trade routes; petrol, diesel, gas and fertilisers' routine supply is being impacted."&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-iran-war-diego-garcia-strike-reports-raise-alarm-nato-s-rutte-sounds-alarm-1774341879919/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-iran-war-diego-garcia-strike-reports-raise-alarm-nato-s-rutte-sounds-alarm-1774341879919/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;He mentioned the well-being of over one crore Indians living in the Gulf is the country's priority. “We have urged for de-escalation, and we aim to bring about peace in the region.” PM Modi objected to the attack on the commercial vessels and the blocking of the Strait of Hormuz, a global trade route. India stands for diplomacy through dialogue in these trying times, the PM assured the House.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-making-fuel-and-gas-available-from-all-sources-pm-modi-reviews-energy-security-trade-impact-of-hormuz-blockade-1774255049076">‘Making fuel and gas available from all sources’: PM Modi reviews energy security, trade impact of Hormuz blockade</a>

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"In these turbulent times, our government is working with sensitivity. All countries have assured the safety of Indian nationals. It is disheartening that some people have died due to attacks, while some have sustained injuries," he added.

PM Modi addresses the Rajya Sabha on the West Asia war, calling the Strait of Hormuz blockade "unacceptable" and detailing how Indian diplomacy is securing trade.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated in Rajya Sabha on Tuesday (Mar 24) that it’s essential for India to put out a strong message to the world. He acknowledged the situation in the Strait of Hormuz and said it is "worrisome"; the country is all the more tense as Indian seafarers are stranded in the conflict region. "The war is affecting our trade routes; petrol, diesel, gas and fertilisers' routine supply is being impacted." https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-iran-war-diego-garcia-strike-reports-raise-alarm-nato-s-rutte-sounds-alarm-1774341879919/embed He mentioned the well-being of over one crore Indians living in the Gulf is the country's priority. “We have urged for de-escalation, and we aim to bring about peace in the region.” PM Modi objected to the attack on the commercial vessels and the blocking of the Strait of Hormuz, a global trade route. India stands for diplomacy through dialogue in these trying times, the PM assured the House. Also read: ‘Making fuel and gas available from all sources’: PM Modi reviews energy security, trade impact of Hormuz blockade

PM Modi addresses the Rajya Sabha on the West Asia war, calling the Strait of Hormuz blockade "unacceptable" and detailing how Indian diplomacy is securing trade.

PM Modi rejects Hormuz blockade; reveals secret diplomatic pathway for Indian ships

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Upper House on Wednesday (July 3) after the Lok Sabha witnessed the government and the Opposition go nose-to-nose in a debate on Tuesday (July 2).&nbsp;

PM Narendra Modi was&nbsp;speaking in the Rajya Sabha on the Motion of Thanks on President's address and took jibes at the Opposition.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/rahul-gandhi-takes-on-speaker-birla-for-selective-expunction-demands-restoration-of-speech-737094" target="_blank">Rahul Gandhi targets Speaker Om Birla for ‘selective expunction’, demands restoration of speech</a>

PM said that it's high time now that the Congress should accept the verdict of people and that NDA had won its third successive term in office. 
 
Here are latest updates:

PM Modi attacks Congress over Manipur issue, said, "Stop politicising Manipur issue, one day Manipur will reject you."

- On the Opposition's walkout from Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge accused the&nbsp;PM of lying in his Rajya Sabha speech, "We walked out because the PM was addressing the House on the President's address and made some incorrect statements. It's his habit to lie and say things that are untrue. I simply asked him, when he was talking about the Constitution, that his people didn't create the Constitution—they were against it."

- "I was just clarifying who supported and opposed the Constitution. The RSS has opposed the Constitution. They burned effigies of BR Ambedkar and Pandit Nehru. He repeatedly claims that we disrespected BR Ambedkar, saying it both in the Lok Sabha and today. I wanted to highlight what Babasaheb said in the Constituent Assembly and what the RSS has written in the Organiser," Kharge added.

- PM Narendra Modi took&nbsp;a jibe at Congress over Lok Sabha 2024 elections. He said,&nbsp;"With these election results, not only is there a surge in the capital market, but there is also an atmosphere of joy worldwide. Amid this, Congress people are also happy. I can't understand the reason for this joy. Is it joy for the hattrick of losses? Is it joy for falling to the nervous 90s? Is it joy for another failed launch? I even saw Kharge ji full of energy. Perhaps Kharge ji has served his party a lot because the blame for this loss, which should have been attributed to someone, was saved by him, and he stood like a wall instead. Whenever such a situation arises, a Dalit and backward have to bear the brunt, and that family remains safe. The same was seen here too."

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/hathras-stampede-death-toll-reaches-121-bhole-baba-still-at-large-737312">UP CM Adityanath vows to punish accused behind incident that took 121 lives</a>

- "You would have seen the issue with the Lok Sabha Speaker. There, too, their defeat was certain, but whom did they push forward? A Dalit. They knew he would lose, yet they fielded him. In the President and Vice President elections of 2022, they fielded Sushil Kumar Shinde; let the Dalit lose, they themselves have nothing to lose. In 2017, when defeat was certain, they fielded Meira Kumar. Congress has an anti-SC/ST/OBC mindset, due to which they kept humiliating former President Ram Nath Kovind. With this mindset, they left no stone unturned in insulting the first tribal woman President of the country and used words that no one else would," PM said.

- If this election was to save the Constitution, then the people of the nation chose us for it...1977 election saved the Constitution," PM said.

- PM Modi also raised&nbsp;the Bengal flogging incident, saying, "The Opposition's selective attitude on atrocities against women is very worrying...I have seen a video from Bengal on social media where a woman was being beaten...The incident which happened in Sandeshkhali....But even the senior leaders (of the opposition) have not said a word about it."

- Rajya Sabha chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar criticised the Opposition, saying that despite the Leader of the Opposition (LoP) being given a chance to speak, they have insulted the constitution.&nbsp;

- "I urged them that the LoP was given adequate time to speak without any interruptions. Today, they did not leave the House behind, they have left behind dignity. Today, they did not show me their back, they showed it to the Constitution of India. They did not insult me or you, they insulted the oath of the Constitution that they took. There can be no bigger insult to the Constitution of India than this...I condemn their conduct...It is an occasion where they have challenged the Indian Constitution. They outraged the spirit of Indian Constitution, they have disregarded the oath they have undertaken...Indian Constitution is not something to hold in your hands, it is the book to way of life. I hope that they will self-introspect and walk the path of duty."

- "India has taken decisive steps towards women-led development and today we are its results. We have also worked in the areas of women's health, sanitation and wellness," PM Modi said while speaking in the Rajya Sabha.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/hathras-stampede-death-toll-reaches-121-bhole-baba-still-at-large-737312">Hathras stampede: Death toll reaches 121; UP CM visits injured in hospital</a>

- "Opposition&nbsp;has&nbsp;insulted the Upper House. The country has defeated them and&nbsp;they don't have any other option but to scream and shout. Slogans and chaos and running away is their fate now," PM Modi said.

- Opposition MPs protest, raise slogans and walk out as PM Modi speaks on Motion of Thanks to President's Address. The Opposition MPs say that the LoP was not allowed to speak and that he should be allowed for the same.

- As they walk out, PM Modi says, "The country is watching that those who spread lies do not have the strength to hear the truth. Those who do not have the courage to face truth, do not have courage to listen to the answers to questions were raised in these discussions. They are insulting the Upper House, the glorious tradition of the Upper House."

- "During Congress’&nbsp;tenure, there was a scheme for Rs 60,000 crore farmers' loan waiver but names of the needy small farmers were not even included in the list of beneficiaries," he said.

- The PM says, "I have always said&nbsp;– what we did in 10 years is only the appetiser. The main course starts now. The coming five years are about a decisive fight against poverty."

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/lok-sabha-adjourned-after-pm-modis-salvo-at-rahul-gandhis-hinduism-remark-737204">Lok Sabha adjourned after PM Modi fires salvo at Rahul Gandhi for his Hinduism remark</a>

- "In the democratic journey of India, after many decades, the people of the country have chosen a government for the third consecutive time. But some people deliberately ignore this achievement, some people can't understand it, and some have tried to overshadow this important decision made by the people of this country," the PM&nbsp;said.

- "I would like to thank my friends in Congress. Who said this will be a 1/3rd government. They are right. We have had a government for 10 years, 20 more are yet to come. I hope it comes true," PM Modi said, while mocking Congress.

- "There have been many like me in whose family there was not even a sarpanch or pradhan – but they are serving the country in important positions. The reason: Dr Ambedkar’s constitution has given people like us a chance. The people also endorsed it," Modi said while addressing the Rajya Sabha.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Upper House on Wednesday (July 3) after the Lok Sabha witnessed the government and the Opposition go nose-to-nose in a debate on Tuesday (July 2).

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Upper House on Wednesday (July 3) after the Lok Sabha witnessed the government and the Opposition go nose-to-nose in a debate on Tuesday (July 2). PM Narendra Modi was speaking in the Rajya Sabha on the Motion of Thanks on President's address and took jibes at the Opposition. Also read | Rahul Gandhi targets Speaker Om Birla for ‘selective expunction’, demands restoration of speech PM said that it's high time now that the Congress should accept the verdict of people and that NDA had won its third successive term in office. Here are latest updates: PM Modi attacks Congress over Manipur issue, said, "Stop politicising Manipur issue, one day Manipur will reject you." - On the Opposition's walkout from Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge accused the PM of lying in his Rajya Sabha speech, "We walked out because the PM was addressing the House on the President's address and made some incorrect statements. It's his habit to lie and say things that are untrue. I simply asked him, when he was talking about the Constitution, that his people didn't create the Constitution—they were against it." - "I was just clarifying who supported and opposed the Constitution. The RSS has opposed the Constitution. They burned effigies of BR Ambedkar and Pandit Nehru. He repeatedly claims that we disrespected BR Ambedkar, saying it both in the Lok Sabha and today. I wanted to highlight what Babasaheb said in the Constituent Assembly and what the RSS has written in the Organiser," Kharge added. - PM Narendra Modi took a jibe at Congress over Lok Sabha 2024 elections. He said, "With these election results, not only is there a surge in the capital market, but there is also an atmosphere of joy worldwide. Amid this, Congress people are also happy. I can't understand the reason for this joy. Is it joy for the hattrick of losses? Is it joy for falling to the nervous 90s? Is it joy for another failed launch? I even saw Kharge ji full of energy. Perhaps Kharge ji has served his party a lot because the blame for this loss, which should have been attributed to someone, was saved by him, and he stood like a wall instead. Whenever such a situation arises, a Dalit and backward have to bear the brunt, and that family remains safe. The same was seen here too." Also read: UP CM Adityanath vows to punish accused behind incident that took 121 lives - "You would have seen the issue with the Lok Sabha Speaker. There, too, their defeat was certain, but whom did they push forward? A Dalit. They knew he would lose, yet they fielded him. In the President and Vice President elections of 2022, they fielded Sushil Kumar Shinde; let the Dalit lose, they themselves have nothing to lose. In 2017, when defeat was certain, they fielded Meira Kumar. Congress has an anti-SC/ST/OBC mindset, due to which they kept humiliating former President Ram Nath Kovind. With this mindset, they left no stone unturned in insulting the first tribal woman President of the country and used words that no one else would," PM said. - If this election was to save the Constitution, then the people of the nation chose us for it...1977 election saved the Constitution," PM said. - PM Modi also raised the Bengal flogging incident, saying, "The Opposition's selective attitude on atrocities against women is very worrying...I have seen a video from Bengal on social media where a woman was being beaten...The incident which happened in Sandeshkhali....But even the senior leaders (of the opposition) have not said a word about it." - Rajya Sabha chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar criticised the Opposition, saying that despite the Leader of the Opposition (LoP) being given a chance to speak, they have insulted the constitution. - "I urged them that the LoP was given adequate time to speak without any interruptions. Today, they did not leave the House behind, they have left behind dignity. Today, they did not show me their back, they showed it to the Constitution of India. They did not insult me or you, they insulted the oath of the Constitution that they took. There can be no bigger insult to the Constitution of India than this...I condemn their conduct...It is an occasion where they have challenged the Indian Constitution. They outraged the spirit of Indian Constitution, they have disregarded the oath they have undertaken...Indian Constitution is not something to hold in your hands, it is the book to way of life. I hope that they will self-introspect and walk the path of duty." - "India has taken decisive steps towards women-led development and today we are its results. We have also worked in the areas of women's health, sanitation and wellness," PM Modi said while speaking in the Rajya Sabha. Also read: Hathras stampede: Death toll reaches 121; UP CM visits injured in hospital - "Opposition has insulted the Upper House. The country has defeated them and they don't have any other option but to scream and shout. Slogans and chaos and running away is their fate now," PM Modi said. - Opposition MPs protest, raise slogans and walk out as PM Modi speaks on Motion of Thanks to President's Address. The Opposition MPs say that the LoP was not allowed to speak and that he should be allowed for the same. - As they walk out, PM Modi says, "The country is watching that those who spread lies do not have the strength to hear the truth. Those who do not have the courage to face truth, do not have courage to listen to the answers to questions were raised in these discussions. They are insulting the Upper House, the glorious tradition of the Upper House." - "During Congress’ tenure, there was a scheme for Rs 60,000 crore farmers' loan waiver but names of the needy small farmers were not even included in the list of beneficiaries," he said. - The PM says, "I have always said – what we did in 10 years is only the appetiser. The main course starts now. The coming five years are about a decisive fight against poverty." Also read: Lok Sabha adjourned after PM Modi fires salvo at Rahul Gandhi for his Hinduism remark - "In the democratic journey of India, after many decades, the people of the country have chosen a government for the third consecutive time. But some people deliberately ignore this achievement, some people can't understand it, and some have tried to overshadow this important decision made by the people of this country," the PM said. - "I would like to thank my friends in Congress. Who said this will be a 1/3rd government. They are right. We have had a government for 10 years, 20 more are yet to come. I hope it comes true," PM Modi said, while mocking Congress. - "There have been many like me in whose family there was not even a sarpanch or pradhan – but they are serving the country in important positions. The reason: Dr Ambedkar’s constitution has given people like us a chance. The people also endorsed it," Modi said while addressing the Rajya Sabha. (With inputs from agencies)

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