President nominates veteran JD(U) leader Harivansh in Rajya Sabha

An official notification stated that Harivansh Narayan Singh has been nominated to fill the vacancy arising due to the retirement of a nominated member in the Council of States.

Post Published By: Sujata Biswal
Updated : 10 April 2026, 12:28 PM IST
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New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu has nominated veteran parliamentarian Harivansh Narayan Singh to the Rajya Sabha. After two consecutive terms, he has been nominated for another six-year term in the Rajya Sabha.

The appointment has been made under Article 80 of the Constitution of India, which empowers the President to nominate individuals with distinguished contributions in fields such as literature, science, art, and social service.

An official notification stated that Harivansh Narayan Singh has been nominated to fill the vacancy arising due to the retirement of a nominated member in the Council of States.

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Location :  New Delhi

Published :  10 April 2026, 12:28 PM IST

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