Parliament Winter Session Day 6 LIVE Updates: Parliament holds a special discussion on Vande Mataram in both Houses as the national song completes 150 years. Prime Minister Narendra Modi initiated the debate at 12 noon today, marking the formal beginning of the proceedings.
He said, “Vande Mataram is the force that drives us to achieve the dreams our freedom fighters envisioned. Vande Mataram energised our freedom movement.”
He further said, “It is a matter of pride for all of us that we are witnessing 150 years of Vande Mataram.”
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is scheduled to speak at the conclusion of the discussion.
The Rajya Sabha will hold its session tomorrow. In the Rajya Sabha, Union Home Minister Amit Shah will initiate the discussion on Tuesday, followed by Health Minister and Leader of the House JP Nadda.
The Winter Session of Parliament commenced on December 1 and will continue till December 19.