Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge took oath as a re-elected member of the Rajya Sabha on Monday during a formal ceremony in Parliament House. The Mallikarjun Kharge Rajya Sabha oath ceremony was administered by Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan in his chamber.
The Mallikarjun Kharge Rajya Sabha oath ceremony marked an important parliamentary moment, with Kharge taking the oath in Hindi while holding a copy of the Constitution.
Senior leaders attend Mallikarjun Kharge Rajya Sabha oath ceremony
The Mallikarjun Kharge Rajya Sabha oath ceremony was attended by several senior political leaders, including Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi, Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, and Union ministers J.P. Nadda, Kiren Rijiju, and Arjun Ram Meghwal.
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Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh was also present at the Mallikarjun Kharge Rajya Sabha oath ceremony, highlighting its significance across party lines.
Kharge pledges to raise public concerns in Parliament
After the Mallikarjun Kharge Rajya Sabha oath ceremony, Kharge said he would continue to raise the concerns and aspirations of the people with sincerity and conviction. He emphasized that holding the government accountable would remain a key responsibility in his role as Leader of the Opposition.
Vice President praises Kharge’s experience
During the Mallikarjun Kharge Rajya Sabha oath ceremony, Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan congratulated Kharge and noted that the Upper House would benefit from his long parliamentary experience and leadership.
I had the privilege of taking the oath of office as a Member of the Council of States, again. It is a matter of immense pride and responsibility to continue serving this august Upper House as the Leader of the Opposition.
I extend my sincere gratitude to the Hon’ble Vice… pic.twitter.com/oUfG94ppO4
— Mallikarjun Kharge (@kharge) June 29, 2026
Kharge thanks party leadership and allies
Following the Mallikarjun Kharge Rajya Sabha oath ceremony, Kharge expressed gratitude to Congress leadership, including Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, as well as INDIA bloc partners and party workers for their continued support.
He also said he looks forward to stronger coordination during the upcoming Monsoon Session of Parliament.
Continued role in Upper House politics
The Mallikarjun Kharge Rajya Sabha oath ceremony reaffirms his position as a key opposition leader in the Rajya Sabha. Kharge stated that he will continue to serve the Upper House with responsibility and dedication while strengthening parliamentary debate and accountability.