New Delhi, Jul 25 (PTI) Four newly elected Rajya Sabha MPs from Tamil Nadu, including actor-turned-politician Kamal Haasan on Friday took oath as member of the House.
The other three MPs who took oath were, Rajathi, S R Sivalingam and P Wilson.
Haasan belongs to the MNM party, while the other three are from DMK.
All the four members took oath in Tamil.
On Thursday, six members from Tamil Nadu had retired after completing their terms. PTI NKD MJH DRR
Tamil Nadu MPs Take Oath in Rajya Sabha
New Delhi, Jul 25 (PTI) Four newly elected Rajya Sabha MPs from Tamil Nadu, including renowned actor-turned-politician Kamal Haasan, took oath as members of the Upper House on Friday. The ceremony marks their official entry into India's parliamentary system.
Kamal Haasan Joins Parliament
Kamal Haasan, the founder of Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) party, officially became a member of the Rajya Sabha during the oath-taking ceremony. The versatile actor-politician's entry into the Upper House represents a significant milestone in his political career.
Other MPs Who Took Oath
Alongside Haasan, three other MPs from Tamil Nadu took their oath as Rajya Sabha members:
- Rajathi (DMK)
- S R Sivalingam (DMK)
- P Wilson (DMK)
Oath Ceremony Details
All four members took their oath in Tamil, reflecting their commitment to their linguistic and cultural heritage. The ceremony was conducted following the traditional parliamentary procedures established by the House.
Political Background and Context
Haasan represents the MNM party, while the other three MPs - Rajathi, S R Sivalingam, and P Wilson - belong to the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK). Their appointments come after six members from Tamil Nadu retired on Thursday after completing their terms.
This report includes content sourced from Press Trust of India (PTI), edited for clarity and context.
Image Credits: Makkal Needhi Maiam/ Twitter
