Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan endorsed the new Parliament House in New Delhi in a special video posted to his official Twitter handle. In the clip, he paid an ode to the “new abode of democracy,” with Prime Minister Narendra Modi reacting positively to his post.
Updated May 28, 2023 | 07:35 AM IST
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Shah Rukh Khan shared a video ahead of the inauguration of the new Parliament House
- He spoke about the significance of the “new abode of democracy”
- His voice-over was praised by Prime Minister Narendra Modi
SRK’s ode to new Parliament House
In the 1:48-minute video, the Pathaan star explained the significance of the new abode of democracy. “It is said that Parliament is to the nation what the soul is to the body. My sincerest prayer is that the soul of our democracy remains robust in its new home and continues to foster liberty, fraternity and equality for ages to come,” he said.
“May this new abode of democracy build a new age that is renowned for its scientific temper and empathy for all. A new Parliament for a New India. But with the same age-old dream. The glory of India. Of our nation. Jai Hind,” SRK signed off.
PM Modi reacts to SRK’s video
Reacting to the clip, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote, “Beautifully expressed! The new Parliament building is a symbol of democratic strength and progress. It blends tradition with modernity. #MyParliamentMyPride.”
PM Modi and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla are set to inaugrate the new Parliament building today (Sunday, May 28).