Expressing concern about the decline in dignity and decorum in legislatures, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said that legislatures are forum for debates and discussions and not disruption. He suggested that there should be wider discussions on bills so that hopes and aspirations of all sections of society could be incorporated in the laws and the legislations effectively.
Addressomg the valedictory function of the 3rd edition of National Youth Parliament Festival -2022, he said that disruptions during Addresses of President and Governor are not conducive to the parliamentary tradition.
Emphasizing that public representatives should work diligently to enhance dignity and decorum of the Houses, Birla suggested that the youth should play an important role by way of dialogue with their representatives on this issue.
Birla said that National Youth Parliament is an innovative programme to equip youth with the understanding of parliamentary procedures and democratic processes. It also encourages the youth to participate in the process of building New India,
The Speaker Birla observed. Hailing the all-pervasive intellectual capacity and energy of the youth in India, Shri Birla hoped that India’s status as ‘Vishva Guru’ will get further impetus with their growing stature globally.
Mentioning about the rapid changes around the world, Shri Birla urged the youth to adapt to these changes so that they could prepare themselves accordingly and also take the nation forward. Birla emphasized that as the country is moving forward, the youth with their talent and energy should contribute to development, democracy and strengthening of democratic institutions.
The sentiment of ‘Nation First’ should guide them in their every effort, stressed Birla. The Speaker also emphasized that the youth should realize their duties towards the nation and work individually as well as collectively in the direction of larger goal of making India self-reliant.
Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports, Anurag Singh Thakur expressed the confidence that the future of Indian democracy is indeed bright since the youth are active participants in the affairs of the country, our democracy and its systems. The youth are coming forth with innovations for positive changes, which is an encouraging sign for the country’s democratic future.
Anurag Thakur added that this experience is going to be the memorable moment for the participants which they will cherish throughout their life. Sharing few of his personal experiences, He advised the youth not to limit themselves and should bring their words into action.
