Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Harivansh on Friday on his re-election as Rajya Sabha deputy chairperson unopposed. This is for the third consecutive time when Harivansh was elected to the post.
"On behalf of the House, I congratulate Harivansh Narayan Singh for being elected as the Deputy Chairman for the third time. This shows that House' deep trust on you," said PM Modi, congratulating Harivansh on his re-election.
“I want to highlight one thing, today is April 17 - the birth anniversary of our former Prime Minister, Chandra Shekhar. It is special that you (Harivansh) are beginning this journey for the third time on his birth anniversary, particularly because of your closeness with him,” he added.
