Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge was recognised as the Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha following his reappointment as a Member of the Council of States.
Kharge’ oath of office was administered in the Rajya Sabha Chairman's chamber by Vice President C P Radhakrishnan. Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi and Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra were present during the ceremony.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge expressed his 'immense pride and responsibility' in being reappointed, recognizing the support of constitutional authorities, party leadership, and political peers. He specifically thanked Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan and Deputy Chairman Harivansh for their continued encouragement. Kharge also extended special thanks to Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and fellow Congress MPs, expressing gratitude for the unwavering faith of party workers.
Consequent upon the expiry of his term of office as a member of the Rajya Sabha on June 25, 2026, Mallikarjun Kharge ceased to be the Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha with effect from June 26, 2026.
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