NEW DELHI, March 19 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said there are no full stops in politics and likened the Rajya Sabha to an "open university" where members gain invaluable experience in the complexities of national life. Bidding farewell to 59 members of the Rajya Sabha who will complete their term between April and July, the PM said the discussions that take place on various issues in the Upper House leave an imprint as each member has a unique role. "In such moments, a sense of mutual respect rises above party lines. I want to tell the leaders who are leaving the House after completing their tenure that there is no end in politics," he added. During his speech, the PM made a pointed reference to the diligence of some of the senior members, including former PM HD Deve Gowda, Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge and NCP (SP) stalwart Sharad Pawar. He said younger and newer members should emulate their example of attending the House with dedication and fulfilling their responsibilities. "The inspiring qualities that senior leaders demonstrate.I appreciate their contribution." As many as 59 members from 20 states will complete their six-year tenure between April and July, including vice chairman Harivansh (JD-U), Kharge, Pawar, Priyanka Chaturvedi (SS-UBT) and Rajani Patil (INC); M Thambidurai (AIADMK); Dr Kanimozhi NVN Somu (DMK); Saket Gokhale (AITC); Ritabrata Banerjee; Ram Nath Thakur (JD-U) and Parimal Nathwani (YSRCP), among others. Reflecting on the debates and discussions in the RS, the PMsaid the issues blur party differences. "Many issues are discussed in this House and everyone makesan important contribution. There are both bitter and sweet experiences along the way, but on such occasions, we rise above party lines." For the members, who will not be returning for another term, the PM said, "In politics, there is no such thing as a full stop. The future awaits you as well, and your experience will forever remain an enduring part of our national life." The farewell ceremony witnessed some lighter moments when Kharge said that Deve Gowda was "in love" with the Congress but "got married" to the BJP. Deve Gowda hit back, claiming that he was in a "forced marriage" with the Congress but had to take a "divorce"....