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‘Like Diwali lights on 10 Downing Street…’ What did Rishi Sunak say while resigning as the Prime Minister of Britain

Rishi Sunak Resign: After the defeat of the Conservative Party in the UK general election, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak addressed the nation outside 10 Downing Street. During his address, Rishi Sunak apologized to the nation for the party’s worst performance in the last several decades. He said that he takes responsibility for the defeat. Sunak said that he could become the Prime Minister two generations after his grandparents came to Britain and could see his two young daughters burning like Diwali candles on the steps of Downing Street.

On the steps of 10 Downing Street, UK PM Rishi Sunak said that he has heard your anger. He said that after Labor’s huge victory in the general election, I am resigning as the leader of the Conservative Party. Sunak said that he would not leave his role immediately. He said that first of all I would like to say that I am sorry. I have given my all for this work.

UK Elections 2024: Rishi Sunak resigns as PM, Conservative leader after  crushing defeat to Labour – India TV

I heard your anger, your disappointment – PM Sunak

British PM Rishi Sunak further said, I am honored to be your Prime Minister, this is the best country in the world. In this election, the Conservative Party has lost more seats than any other election on record but you have given a clear message that the government of the United Kingdom has to be changed. In such a situation, only your decision matters. I have heard your anger, your disappointment and I take responsibility for this defeat.

Rishi Sunak praised his rival Keir Starmer

He further said that the Labor Party has won this general election. Rishi Sunak also praised his rival and Britain’s next Prime Minister Keir Starmer. He said that the whole country will share Starmer’s successes. Sunak said that the British people have given a serious verdict tonight, there is a lot to learn.

Diwali | United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, wife Akshata Murty light  Diwali lamps at Downing Street - Telegraph India

Conservative Party should play its role in opposition – Rishi Sunak

After submitting his resignation at Downing Street, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata went to Buckingham Palace, where they submitted their resignation to the King. Sunak said that it is “important” that the Conservative Party now rebuilds. Also, play its important role in the opposition professionally and effectively.