Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s grand swearing-in ceremony for his third term wasn’t just about politics and dignitaries. A furry, uninvited guest managed to steal the spotlight, albeit virtually. A video capturing a mysterious animal strolling through the background of the ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan has gone viral on social media, sparking a wave of amusement and speculation.
The VIP Cat (or Maybe Not)
While the ceremony itself was a historic event attended by 8,000 people, including foreign heads of state, businesspeople, and celebrities, social media was abuzz with a different type of guest. A short video circulating online shows a cat-like animal leisurely roaming in the background as BJP MP Durga Das Uikey greets President Droupadi Murmu after taking the oath.
The Great Animal Debate
The internet, as it tends to do, went into overdrive with theories about the animal’s identity. The video clip was widely shared, accompanied by a variety of guesses.
- Some users, struck by the animal’s size and tail, were convinced it was a leopard. Comments like “Lmao..is it edited or what? How come no one noticed this. Looks like a big cat,” reflected this viewpoint.
- Others, noting its gait and location, believed it to be a regular house cat. A more cautious user commented, “You can notice it here as well in the first 5 seconds, probably a domesticated cat.”
The unexpected appearance of the animal left many bewildered. NDTV reached out to Rashtrapati Bhavan for comment on the video, hoping to shed light on the mystery guest.
Beyond the Viral Video: Oath Taking and Cabinet Formation
While the animal video dominated social media discussions, the event itself was highly meaningful. President Murmu swore his oath of office and confidentiality to the 72-member Council of Ministers. This contains 30 cabinet ministers, 36 ministers of state, and five ministers with independent responsibility.
Familiar Faces and New Additions
Several significant figures from the previous administration remained in ministerial roles. Rajnath Singh (Defense Minister), Amit Shah (Home Minister), Nitin Gadkari (Minister of Road Transport and Highways), Nirmala Sitharaman (Finance Minister), and S Jaishankar (Minister of External Affairs) all retained their ministerial positions. The new Council of Ministers also included 11 MPs from the NDA coalition partners.
PM Modi’s Third Term
Prime Minister Modi, in a post on [platform where PM posted], expressed his commitment to serving the nation’s 1.4 billion citizens. He emphasized his dedication to working with the Council of Ministers to propel India to new heights of progress. Wasting no time, PM Modi assumed office on Monday morning and signed his first official document, focusing on farmer welfare. This move signals the new government’s priorities and its commitment to addressing pressing issues.
Beyond the Headlines
While the animal video and the swearing-in ceremony dominated news cycles, other stories captured public interest:
- As the newly appointed ministers settle into their roles, the BJP grapples with filling two crucial positions within the party.
- The Supreme Court expressed concern over the recent NEET-UG controversy, highlighting its potential impact on the sanctity of the exam and demanding answers.
- Pakistan’s coach offered a blunt assessment of his team’s loss against India in a recent cricket match, vowing that India would “pay” for their victory.
- The International Space Station crew faces a potential health hazard as reports emerge of a “spacebug” being detected onboard.
- Speculation surrounding the mysterious animal at the swearing-in ceremony was put to rest by Delhi Police, who clarified that it was not a wild animal.
- Jyotiraditya Scindia, a prominent figure from the previous UPA government, takes charge of the Ministry of Communications in the new Modi cabinet.
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