- Om Birla inaugurated a two-day orientation programme for newly elected members of the West Bengal Legislative Assembly in New Town, emphasizing the need for legislators to focus on public welfare.
- During the inaugural session, West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari and other senior political leaders attended, highlighting the importance of the programme for legislative efficiency.
- Birla urged the MLAs to strengthen democracy through dialogue and innovation, emphasizing the importance of addressing the needs of the most marginalized in society.
- Kunal Ghosh attended the orientation programme, stating it was his duty, but he expressed his personal choice regarding whom to listen to during the event.
- The orientation programme aims to equip newly elected MLAs with knowledge on parliamentary practices and legislative responsibilities, including sessions on various legislative topics.
- Birla highlighted the historic opportunity for the assembly, noting the significant number of first-time members and young legislators, which could bring fresh ideas to governance.
- Union Minister Kiren Rijiju stated that the orientation programme is crucial for helping MLAs understand parliamentary practices and enhance legislative functioning in West Bengal.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla inaugurated a two-day orientation programme for newly elected West Bengal MLAs, emphasizing the need for legislators to focus on public welfare and innovative solutions.1247
Birla stated, "Their aim should always be to change the life of the last person while fulfilling the hopes of the common people of Bengal." He highlighted the importance of a developed West Bengal for achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047.
The programme aims to equip MLAs with knowledge on parliamentary practices, legislative responsibilities, and the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA), a digital platform for legislative business.
Birla noted the assembly's significant number of first-time members, calling it a historic opportunity for fresh ideas and people-centric governance.
He urged legislators to engage in constructive dialogue and rise above political differences, stating, “Democratic dialogue is the foundation of vibrant democracy.” The orientation includes sessions on legislative procedures, executive accountability, and financial oversight, aiming to enhance legislative efficiency and deepen understanding of democratic traditions.
The programme concludes with a valedictory session in the historic chamber of the West Bengal Legislative Assembly, marking a significant step towards strengthening democracy in the state.
“Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla inaugurated a two-day orientation programme for newly elected West Bengal MLAs, emphasizing the need for constructive dialogue and public welfare. The initiative aims to equip legislators with essential skills and knowledge for effective governance.”
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