Text of the felicitation remarks delivered by the Hon'ble Chairman on the election  of Shri Harivansh as Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha on 17-04-2026.

India, April 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: CHAIRMAN: I extend my heartiest congratulations to Shriman Harivansh ji  on his election as the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha. His unopposed election today is not merely a procedural outcome; it is a resounding affirmation of the deep trust, confidence, and respect that he enjoys across party lines and among all sections of this House.  Shri Harivansh ji's re-election to this high constitutional...


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