Actor and Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) leader Kamal Haasan has officially taken oath as a Rajya Sabha member. He took the oath in Tamil, marking his formal entry into Parliament. Though MNM did not contest the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, it had extended support to the DMK, which in return offered him a Rajya Sabha seat.
Six Rajya Sabha members from Tamil Nadu had retired on Thursday, clearing the way for new appointments. Kamal Haasan earlier expressed pride in joining Parliament and acknowledged the responsibilities that come with it. He submitted his nomination in the presence of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin, and other political leaders.
Meanwhile, Parliament saw protests over issues like Bihar’s voter list revision and the unexpected resignation of the Vice President. The Lok Sabha was adjourned until 2 PM amid the unrest.
