As Narendra Modi prepares to take the oath of office for a historic third consecutive term as Prime Minister, a diverse group of distinguished and special guests will witness the ceremony on June 9. The NDA has organized an inclusive event to reflect its broad support base and highlight key contributors to India's development.
### Special Guests:
1. **Labourers and Staff Members**:
  - **Central Vista Project**: Workers who contributed to the redevelopment of the Central Vista area in New Delhi.
  - **Vande Bharat Project**: Railway staff who played a role in the creation and implementation of the Vande Bharat express trains.
  - **Metro Train Projects**: Employees who worked on various metro projects across the country.
2. **Community Representatives**:
  - **Transgender Community**: Members of the transgender community, reflecting the government's focus on inclusivity.
  - **Sanitation Workers**: Sanitation workers from the public health department who have been crucial during the COVID-19 pandemic and in maintaining public hygiene.
3. **Beneficiaries of Government Schemes**:
  - **Various Schemes**: Individuals who have benefited from the central government's welfare programs.
  - **Viksit Bharat Ambassadors**: Representatives selected for their contributions to the "Developed India" initiative.
### VVIP Foreign Guests:
- **Bangladesh**: Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
- **Sri Lanka**: President Ranil Wickremesinghe.
- **Nepal**: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda'.
- **Bhutan**: King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck.
- **Mauritius**: Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth (likely to be invited).
- **Maldives**: President Mohammad Muizzu (invited, potentially his first visit to India).
### Political Context:
- **NDA's Victory**: The NDA secured 293 seats, surpassing the majority mark in the 543-member Lok Sabha. The BJP alone won 240 seats, its lowest tally in the last three elections but sufficient to lead the coalition.
- **Opposition INDIA Bloc**: The opposition alliance won 234 seats, performing better than many exit polls had predicted.
- **Government Formation**: Following the election results on June 4-5, the BJP moved quickly to form the government. Senior leaders Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, and JP Nadda engaged with allies to secure their representation in the new government.
### Narendra Modi's Election as Leader:
During the NDA parliamentary meeting held in the old Parliament building, Narendra Modi was elected as the Leader of BJP, Leader of NDA, and Leader of Lok Sabha. This meeting underscored the coalition's commitment to good governance and nation-first policies, as emphasized by Modi in his address.
### Key Quotes from Modi's Address:
1. **NDA's Mission**: "NDA stands for New, Developed, and Aspirational India."
2. **Nation First**: "This alliance is committed to 'Nation First' and not a gathering of some parties for power."
3. **Governance Goals**: "The NDA government in the next 10 years will focus on good governance, development, and minimum interference in the lives of common citizens."
4. **Inclusivity**: "We are committed to the principle of 'sarva panth sambhava' (all religions are equal)."
5. **Parliamentary Collaboration**: "I hope Opposition MPs will also contribute to nation-building when they come to Parliament."
### Conclusion:
As Narendra Modi takes the oath for his third term, the event will be a significant display of India's democratic process and the diverse support base of the NDA. The presence of both national contributors and international dignitaries will mark the beginning of the new term, highlighting India's development trajectory and its role on the global stage.
