On Friday, Harivansh was elected unopposed for a third consecutive term as Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, becoming the first nominated member to achieve this distinction. The election saw support from both Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge, who commended Harivansh's ability to foster unity among members. The resolution for his election was moved by JP Nadda, the leader of the House, and was passed by a voice vote without any dissent. Kharge noted that Harivansh's election reflects his competence for the role, contrasting it with the seven-year vacancy of the Deputy Speaker position in the Lok Sabha. Modi highlighted Harivansh's roots in Sitabdiara, Bihar, and his long-standing ties with former Prime Minister Chandrashekhar. Various party leaders shared their positive experiences with Harivansh, emphasizing his integrity and commitment to democratic values. In his acceptance speech, Harivansh expressed gratitude to several political figures and recalled historical ties between past leaders.