Union Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar on Monday assured to serve the nation to the best of his abilities, even as he filed his nomination papers for the Rajya Sabha from Uttar Pradesh.
"I consider myself lucky and grateful to the MLAs, party and most importantly people of Uttar Pradesh . I feel proud after filing nomination for Rajya Sabha from Uttar Pradesh. This state has given some great leaders," said Parrikar.
"I assure that with best of my abilities not only I will serve the nation but also ensure that whatever my skills and abilities are will be put to use," he added.
Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar on Monday filed his nomination papers for election to the Rajya Sabha and at present he is not member of any house in the parliament.
Today is the last date for filing nomination for ten Rajya Sabha seats in Uttar Pradesh.
Election, if needed, will be held on November 20.
Samajwadi Party, BSP and Congress party nominees have already filed their nominations.