India had recently invited foreign envoys to its COVID production facilities in Hyderabad, showcasing the country's expertise and production capacity in manufacturing coronavirus vaccines
"When I entered the Parliament House for the first time in 2014 as an MP, before stepping into this temple of democracy, I had bowed my head and saluted it," PM Modi said.
The Bhumi Pujan for Central Vista was performed as per Hindu traditions and several religious ceremonies were scheduled to be held on the occasion of the historic event.