Shashi Tharoor Takes Oath in 18th Lok Sabha

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor was sworn in as a member of the 18th Lok Sabha. The MP from Thiruvananthapuram took his oath in English while holding a copy of the Constitution, concluding with 'Jai Hind, Jai Samvidhan.' Five MPs, including two jailed independents, are yet to take their oaths.

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor was officially sworn in as a member of the 18th Lok Sabha on Thursday. Representing Thiruvananthapuram, Tharoor took his oath in English while holding a copy of the Constitution.

Concluding his oath with the words 'Jai Hind, Jai Samvidhan,' Tharoor set a patriotic tone. However, it's noteworthy that five Lok Sabha MPs, including two jailed independents, have yet to take their oaths.

The event was a significant moment for the Congress party, adding another experienced voice to the parliamentary proceedings.