At least 19 opposition parties skipped the event, adding that Narendra Modi's decision to inaugurate the building was 'a grave insult' to India's democracy.
abc.net.au/news/indian-opposition-boycott-parliament-inauguration/102404758India's major opposition parties have boycotted the inauguration of a new parliament building by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a rare show of unity against his Hindu nationalist ruling party.Opposition parties boycotted the event, comparing the inauguration to a coronation
Opposition parties criticised the event saying Mr Modi had sidelined President Droupadi Murmu, who has only ceremonial powers but is the head of state and highest constitutional authority. At least 19 opposition parties skipped the event, which coincided with the birth anniversary of a Hindu nationalist ideologue.
India's powerful Home Minister Amit Shah said the opposition had politicised the event. Other leaders from Mr Modi's party said the boycott was an insult to the prime minister.India's major opposition parties boycotted the inauguration in a rare show of unity against the Hindu nationalist ruling party.
Mr Modi's government has said the overhaul was necessary because the older building was "showing signs of distress and overutilisation" and the new design "combines the country's heritage and traditions".
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