NEW DELHI, 18 March (H.S.) : A two-day orientation program for newly elected Members of

the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) commenced on Tuesday at the Delhi Assembly. Lok

Sabha Speaker Om Birla attended as the chief guest, offering guidance to the

newly elected assembly members on enhancing the democratic process. He

emphasized that improved efficiency among MLAs would benefit Delhi. Birla

advocated for a Vidhansabha model that fosters discussions, idea exchanges, and

brainstorming sessions. He highlighted the importance of increasing the

efficiency of MLAs and maximizing the use of technology, suggesting that this

approach could serve as a model for other states across the country.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla highlighted that the people of

Delhi have placed a considerable responsibility on all elected officials. The

venue where they gather has a rich history tied to the fight for independence.

Each representative holds an essential duty. This building has been a stage for

expressing the significant thoughts of revered freedom fighters. It was here

that the independence movement began, signifying the start of our democratic

path. Delhi reflects the diversity of all states and is often seen as a

microcosm of India. Therefore, it is crucial for us to fulfil the hopes and

aspirations of its citizens.

Om Birla emphasized the importance of articulating our

opinions during discussions in various legislative bodies, advocating for a

broad approach to our language, thoughts, and perspectives. He stated that the

most effective leaders in Delhi can emerge from this assembly. It is essential

to present our viewpoints logically and engage in meaningful discussions on

relevant issues. He announced that all debates in the Delhi Vidhan Sabha will

soon be digitized. Furthermore, he highlighted the significance of enlightenment

programs for enhancing the efficiency and capabilities of the members.

Given the evolving situation, he advocated for the

integration of technology, particularly artificial intelligence, to enhance

communication. He emphasized that greater acceptance of technology will lead to

improved interactions. Furthermore, he highlighted the importance of expertise

in legislative drafting, observing that many proposed bills frequently suffer

from poor drafting quality.

In the course of this orientation program, specialists from

the Parliamentary Research and Training Programme for Democracy informed the

MLAs about parliamentary procedures and regulations. Upon the arrival of

Speaker Om Birla, he received a warm welcome from Delhi Assembly Speaker

Vijender Gupta, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Leader of Opposition and former

Chief Minister Atishi, Assembly Deputy Speaker Mohan Bisht, Union Minister

Harsh Malhotra, as well as various MLAs and Ministers.

Hindusthan Samachar / Meenakshi Bhattacharya