On PM Modi's request, Shah Rukh Khan posts Parliament video with voiceover
New Delhi: Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Saturday lauded the inauguration of the new Parliament complex, hailing it a “magnificent new home’ for the people who uphold our constitution”.
Shah Rukh Khan posted the video of the new Parliament building, which Prime Minister Narendra Modi had initially shared, with his voiceover.
On May 26, PM Modi tweeted a video providing a glimpse of the new Parliament building.
The video was devoid of any commentary or background music. "I have a special request - share this video with your own voice-over, which conveys your thoughts. I will re-Tweet some of them," PM Modi wrote in the tweet.
The new Parliament building will make every Indian proud. This video offers a glimpse of this iconic building. I have a special request- share this video with your own voice-over, which conveys your thoughts. I will re-Tweet some of them. Don’t forget to use #MyParliamentMyPride. pic.twitter.com/yEt4F38e8E
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 26, 2023
Shah Rukh Khan tweeted the video with his voiceover with the background score from the 2004 patriotic movie Swades, in which he played the lead role.
He captioned the video, "A new Parliament building for a New India but with the age-old dream of glory for India."
What a magnificent new home for the people who uphold our Constitution, represent every citizen of this great Nation and protect the diversity of her one People @narendramodi ji.
— Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) May 27, 2023
A new Parliament building for a New India but with the age old dream of Glory for India. Jai Hind!… pic.twitter.com/FjXFZwYk2T
PM Modi responded to SRK’s video and retweeted it. "Beautifully expressed!" Modi wrote.
Beautifully expressed!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 27, 2023
The new Parliament building is a symbol of democratic strength and progress. It blends tradition with modernity. #MyParliamentMyPride https://t.co/Z1K1nyjA1X
PM Modi also lauded Bollywood star Akshay Kumar’s video of the Parliament building with his voice-over.
Akshay Kumar called the new Parliament building as "an iconic symbol of India’s growth story."
Resonating with Akshay Kumar’s sentiments, PM Modi said the building reflects the nation's rich heritage.
You have conveyed your thoughts very well.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 27, 2023
Our new Parliament is truly a beacon of our democracy. It reflects the nation's rich heritage and the vibrant aspirations for the future. #MyParliamentMyPride https://t.co/oHgwsdLLli
A few hours prior to the grand inauguration of the new Parliament building on Sunday, PM Modi retweeted several posts.
However, more than 20 opposition parties, including Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT), AAP, Trinamool Congress (TMC), and Janata Dal (United), have boycotted the ceremony.
The video was initially shared by PM Modi on May 26, encouraging people to add their own voice-over and promising to retweet selected submissions.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will helm a grand ceremony to inaugurate the new parliament building. Constructed at a staggering cost of Rs 971 crore, the state-of-the-art complex is designed to house 888 Lok Sabha members and 300 Rajya Sabha members.
It is worth noting that the Lok Sabha will have the capacity to hold joint sessions and accommodate up to 1,272 members.
The new triangular-shaped building, which is the central point of the Central Vista Redevelopment Project, features a constitutional hall and is designed to be accessible and inclusive for individuals with disabilities ("divyang friendly").
The complex also includes a central lounge area that complements the spacious open courtyard.
Furthermore, the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha chambers are symbolically inspired by India's national bird, the peacock, and national flower, the lotus, respectively.