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He further said that Harivansh has spent his MP LAD (local area development) funds for research projects at various universities.<\/p>\n<p>The prime minister also lauded the contribution of Harivansh in instilling confidence among the younger generation in achieving the goal of a developed India.<\/p>\n<p>Kharge expressed hope that the Deputy Chairman will take care of the opposition and give them adequate time in the House.<\/p>\n<p>The Congress leader further said he was pained by the fact that the post of Deputy Speaker in the Lok Sabha has been vacant since 2019, which is contrary to the spirit of the Constitution.<\/p>\n<p>Earlier, the Samajwadi Party and TMC staged a walkout when the motion to elect Harivansh was being adopted. (Agencies)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday congratulated Harivansh on being elected as Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman for the third time. 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