People want substance not slogans: PM Modi ahead of new Lok Sabha's first session
The Hindu
PM Modi addresses media on the beginning of 18th Lok Sabha, emphasizing development, democracy, and responsible opposition.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 24 said people have given his government mandate for a third consecutive term and have put a stamp of approval on its policies and intentions.
He also said that the 18th Lok Sabha begins on June 24 with a resolve of building a 'Shreshtha Bharat' and 'Viksit Bharat'.
Addressing the media in Parliament complex at the beginning of the first session of the new Lok Sabha, PM Modi asserted that his government will take everyone along in fulfilling the aspirations of the people.
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Mr. Modi also noted that Emergency's 50th anniversary falls on June 25, and described it as a "black spot" on India's democracy when Constitution was discarded.
Welcoming new MPs, he said the 18th Lok Sabha commences with a dream of building a developed India by 2047.
People expect good steps from the opposition but it has been disappointing so far, he said while expressing hope that it will fulfil its role and maintain democracy's decorum.
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