The Parliament's monsoon session commenced on Monday with a significant address by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In his speech, Modi called upon all political parties to put aside differences and work towards the nation’s progress. He emphasized the importance of the upcoming Union Budget for shaping the trajectory of his government’s next five years and fulfilling the vision of a Viksit Bharat (Developed India) by 2047. Modi also criticized the Opposition for hindering his voice in the last Parliament session and urged them to respect the Parliament as the "temple of democracy."

Key Events

Economic Survey Presentation: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is scheduled to present the Economic Survey today, which will provide insights into the country’s economic performance and projections ahead of the Union Budget 2024-25. The survey will be presented in the Lok Sabha at 1 pm and in the Rajya Sabha at 2 pm. This presentation is crucial as it sets the context for the upcoming Budget.

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Budget and Session Details: The monsoon session will last until August 12 and feature 16 sittings primarily focused on the Budget. The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir will also present its Budget for 2024 on July 23. The session is expected to address key economic issues and legislative priorities.

Modi's Remarks

Modi’s address highlighted that the Parliament is not for any specific political party but for the country as a whole. He urged all members to honor the sanctity of the institution and work constructively. The Prime Minister suggested that if Opposition parties wished to play political games, they should do so in the election year of January 2029 rather than during the current parliamentary session.

Overall, the session marks a crucial period for India's legislative and economic planning, with significant discussions and decisions expected in the coming weeks.

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