New parliament: PM Modi to inaugurate building amid opposition boycott

Key Facts

• Image source, Government of India Image caption, The new parliament building is equipped with hi-tech facilities Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated India's new parliament building despite a boycott of the ceremony by 19 opposition parties.
• The new parliament building is part of the government's ambitious project to develop the Central Vista power corridor in capital Delhi.
• On Sunday, as the new building is inaugurated, Mr Modi will also unveil a new 75-rupee coin to commemorate the event and serve as a tribute to 75 years of India's independence.
• Image source, Government of India Image caption, The new Parliament building has been built in front of the current structure On Wednesday, 19 parties - including the main opposition Congress - announced their "collective decision" to boycott the inauguration ceremony.

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