Jaya Bachchan, Mary Kom among others greet PM in RS

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, whose absence in Parliament is always fodder for Opposition protests, today remained seated in the Rajya Sabha even during a 15-minute adjournment.

Members from various political parties, including some from the opposition, were seen going to his seat to greet him or chat with him.

The prime minister stayed in the house, as did members from the government as well as the Opposition.

Film star-turned-Samajwadi Party lawmaker Jaya Bachchan was seen walking up to the PM and exchanging pleasantries. She was followed by members of Jayalalithaa's AIADMK and a Left MP.

Renowned boxer Mary Kom, who was nominated to parliament in April this year, was also seen in a discussion with PM Modi.

The PM was seen smiling and talking to all those who approached him.

Later, Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad commented: "The PM sat in the house even after lunch but they are not interested in a discussion."