PM Modi hails contribution of four nominated to RS
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 13, 2025
Shri Harsh Vardhan Shringla Ji has excelled as a diplomat, intellectual and strategic thinker. Over the years, he's made key contributions to India's foreign policy and also contributed to our G20 Presidency. Glad that he's been nominated to the Rajya Sabha by President of India.…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 13, 2025
Shri C. Sadanandan Master's life is the epitome of courage and refusal to bow to injustice. Violence and intimidation couldn't deter his spirit towards national development. His efforts as a teacher and social worker are also commendable. He is extremely passionate towards youth…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 13, 2025
It's a matter of immense joy that Dr. Meenakshi Jain Ji has been nominated to the Rajya Sabha by Rashtrapati Ji. She has distinguished herself as a scholar, researcher and historian. Her work in the fields of education, literature, history and political science have enriched…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 13, 2025
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