Venkaiah Naidu says he has high regard for Karnataka

Vice president-elect Venkaiah Naidu said on Sunday that he always held Karnataka in high regard.

He was addressing the gathering at a felicitation organised in his honour at the Palace Grounds. Naidu said, “Our only aim is working towards the nation’s progress. For this, we need to discuss meaningful issues in the Rajya Sabha. I hope to gain everybody’s trust and work effectively.”

“I have got more number of votes in the election, from Karnataka. It’s not only from BJP, but I have received votes from people of other parties as well. This has increased my responsibility. This land has seen many a great leaders and it is a kind of rebirth for me, after being elected. I will always be grateful to this land,” said Naidu. “We need to create a forum in the Rajya Sabha to discuss new issues and create a movement. In my new role, it is my responsibility to talk less and see to it that others talk more. We need to uphold the Constitution,” he said.

Former Chief Justice of India  M N Venkatachalaiah,  said, “The next five years are going to be challenging for all developing countries. We need efficient leaders for a corruption-free country. It is indeed a pleasure that Naidu has been elected Vice President at this point in time.”

“Venkaiah Naidu is one of the finest leaders. He is going to enhance the prestige of the Rajya Sabha as its chairman,” said Dr M R Doreswamy, chairman, PES.