What Happened When PM Modi and HM Shah Met President Murmu?
Synopsis
Key Takeaways
- PM Modi and HM Shah met with President Murmu.
- Discussions occurred before the Monsoon Session of Parliament.
- Economic priorities were emphasized in the context of rising tariffs.
- Focus on national interests amidst global instability.
- Limited activity observed in Parliament since the session began.
New Delhi, Aug 3 (NationPress) On Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah individually visited President Droupadi Murmu at the prestigious Rashtrapati Bhavan.
These discussions occurred just one day prior to the resumption of the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament on Monday.
In a post on X, the Rashtrapati Bhavan shared: "Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan."
Images of PM Modi and President Murmu were also shared.
Another update read: "Union Minister for Home Affairs and Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan."
Details regarding the discussions were not immediately disclosed.
The backdrop of these meetings was marked by intense debates in Parliament over the Special Intensive Revision process in Bihar, especially with the Assembly elections approaching in the eastern state.
Just a day before, PM Modi emphasized that the well-being of farmers, small businesses, and youth is the government's “top priority” as India moves towards becoming the world’s third-largest economy, despite US President Donald Trump's announcement of a 25% tariff on Indian goods starting August 7.
PM Modi reiterated the strength of the Indian economy amidst challenges posed by US tariff increases, urging the nation to stay vigilant about its economic interests and to embrace ‘swadeshi’ products.
“There is a climate of global instability. Nations are prioritizing their own interests. India is on track to be the third-largest economy globally, which necessitates our alertness regarding economic affairs,” the Prime Minister remarked during a rally in Varanasi on Saturday.
This week, Trump had also declared 25% reciprocal tariffs on Indian imports, with India facing additional penalties for purchasing Russian oil.
Since the onset of the Monsoon Session on July 21, Parliament has seen limited activity.