India, March 19 -- Rajya Sabha Chairman C P Radhakrishnan on Wednesday hosted a farewell function for retired/retiring members of the Upper House at the Vice-President Enclave and expressed confidence that their experience would continue to guide them in their engagement in public life.

A total of 26 members retired in 2025, while 73 members have retired or are retiring this year, including Deputy Chairman Harivansh.

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju and convener of the farewell organizing committee of the Rajya Sabha welcomed Chairman Radhakrishnan and other dignitaries.

Addressing the gathering, Radhakrishnan highlighted the unique parliamentary tradition of the biennial transition of members, noting that it reflects both c...