Sprinter PT Usha and 3 others nominated to Rajya Sabha, tweets PM Modi

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi informed on Twitter that sprinter PT Usha, V. Vijayendra Prasad Garu, singer Ilaiyaraaja and Veerendra Heggade have been nominated to the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday.

The remarkable PT Usha Ji is an inspiration for every Indian. Her accomplishments in sports are widely known but equally commendable is her work to mentor budding athletes over the last several years. Congratulations to her on being nominated to the Rajya Sabha. @PTUshaOfficial pic.twitter.com/uHkXu52Bgc

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 6, 2022

Congratulating PT Usha on Twitter, PM Modi wrote, ”The remarkable PT Usha Ji is an inspiration for every Indian. Her accomplishments in sports are widely known but equally commendable is her work to mentor budding athletes over the last several years. Congratulations to her on being nominated to the Rajya Sabha.”

The remarkable PT Usha Ji is an inspiration for every Indian. Her accomplishments in sports are widely known but equally commendable is her work to mentor budding athletes over the last several years. Congratulations to her on being nominated to the Rajya Sabha. @PTUshaOfficial pic.twitter.com/uHkXu52Bgc

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 6, 2022

In his second tweet, PM Modi said he is glad that music composer, singer, and writer Ilaiyaraaja has been nominated to Rajya Sabha. ”The creative genius of @ilaiyaraaja Ji has enthralled people across generations. His works beautifully reflect many emotions. What is equally inspiring is his life journey- he rose from a humble background and achieved so much. Glad that he has been nominated to the Rajya Sabha.”

The creative genius of @ilaiyaraaja Ji has enthralled people across generations. His works beautifully reflect many emotions. What is equally inspiring is his life journey- he rose from a humble background and achieved so much. Glad that he has been nominated to the Rajya Sabha. pic.twitter.com/VH6wedLByC

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 6, 2022

Congratulating Veerendra Prasad Garu on being nominated to the Upper house of the parliament, Mr. Modi said, ”Shri V. Vijayendra Prasad Garu is associated with the creative world for decades. His works showcase India’s glorious culture and have made a mark globally. Congratulations to him for being nominated to the Rajya Sabha.”

Shri V. Vijayendra Prasad Garu is associated with the creative world for decades. His works showcase India’s glorious culture and have made a mark globally. Congratulations to him for being nominated to the Rajya Sabha.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 6, 2022

PM Modi also wished good luck to Veerendra Heggade and added that he will certainly enrich Parliamentary proceedings.

Shri Veerendra Heggade Ji is at the forefront of outstanding community service. I have had the opportunity to pray at the Dharmasthala Temple and also witness the great work he is doing in health, education and culture. He will certainly enrich Parliamentary proceedings. pic.twitter.com/tMTk0BD7Vf

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 6, 2022

About Rajya Sabha

Rajya Sabha is a permanent body and is not subject to dissolution. However, one-third of the members retire every second year and are replaced by newly elected members. Each member is elected for a term of six years. The Vice President of India is the ex-officio Chairman of Rajya Sabha.

The House also elects a Deputy Chairman from among its members. Besides, there is also a panel of “Vice-Chairman” in the Rajya Sabha. The senior-most minister, who is a member of Rajya Sabha, is appointed by the Prime Minister as Leader of the House.