Rajya Sabha bid farewell to 68 retiring MPs, including former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Manmohan Singh's contributions, stating they would be remembered in discussions about democracy.

PM Modi highlighted Singh's role in imparting strength to democracy, even as Singh attended the farewell on a wheelchair.

Modi expressed hope that the retiring MPs would reach new heights after their education in this eternal university.

While the Lok Sabha changes every five years, the Rajya Sabha gets new vitality every two years.

PM Modi stated that farewells in the Rajya Sabha, every two years, leave a priceless legacy with indelible memories.

Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge cautioned against rushing through bills without proper discussion and scrutiny.

Kharge recalled former Vice President S Radhakrishnan's view that the Rajya Sabha is essential to prevent hasty legislation.

Kharge criticised the practice of hasty legislation, citing instances of MPs being suspended and bills passed without due consideration.

Kharge urged for bills to be scrutinised by parliamentary panels to avoid amendments after amendments for correcting mistakes.