New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Om Birla on his re-election as Speaker of the 18th Lok Sabha, calling it a “huge responsibility” during the “Amrit Kaal.” Modi praised Birla’s leadership in the 17th Lok Sabha, stating that it will be remembered as a “golden period” in parliamentary history.
Modi highlighted Birla’s experience and guidance, saying, “With your experience, we hope that you will guide us for the next 5 years.” He also commended Birla’s “sweet smile” and his ability to inspire young MPs.
Modi emphasized the 17th Lok Sabha’s role in shaping India’s future, stating that the “historical decisions” made under Birla’s chairmanship are a “legacy” for the nation.
“In the 17th Lok Sabha, Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam 2023, Jammu and Kashmir reorganization act, Bharatiya Nyaye Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita, Samajik Suraksha Sanhita, Digital personal data protection bill, Muslim Women Marriage Rights Protection Bill, Consumer protection bill, direct tax, so many such important laws have been passed in this House during your presidency, which have laid the strong foundation of the country,” the Prime Minister added.
PM Modi also pointed out that under Birla’s guidance, the productivity of the 17th Lok Sabha has been the highest in 25 years at 97 per cent.
“For this, you deserve special congratulations. During Corona, you called every MP and enquired about their well-being. Even during that time, you did not let the work of the house stop. During the Corona period, the productivity of the house increased by 170 per cent. This is very big news for the world,” he said.
The house echoed with ‘Ayes’ and ‘Noes’ and the pro-tem speaker Bhartruhari Mahtab declared Om Birla as the Speaker of the lower house. The opposition which had filed K Suresh as the Speaker candidate of the INDIA bloc did not press for a division vote.
