New Delhi (Agency): Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla stressed the importance of meaningful discussions and dialogues in the legislature during his address on Tuesday at the valedictory session of the India Region Conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association. Birla’s statement underscores the belief that substantive discussions on significant issues will enhance the dignity and prestige of legislative bodies.
According to Birla, people’s representatives hold a crucial responsibility to echo the hopes and aspirations of their voters, and to address their problems by presenting them to the government. He firmly believes that instead of creating disruptions in the House, representatives should utilize legislatures as platforms to fulfill the desires and expectations of the people.
In an age where digital technology can enhance the efficiency and ease of legislative work, Birla also advocated its use for this purpose. He emphasized that digital technology could play a vital role in improving the overall effectiveness of the legislative process.
Furthermore, Birla referred to the need for modern and relevant legislation in the current context. He expressed a strong view that obsolete laws need to be substituted with contemporary ones to foster the progress of the country. “By making necessary changes in the laws, with a transparent and accountable governance system, we will move forward towards a developed India with socio-economic transformation in the lives of people,” Birla said.
The call for modernization in legislation is in line with the broader goals of fostering a developed nation, and Birla’s words resonate with the ongoing efforts to transform the legislative system to better suit the needs of contemporary society.
The conference saw the participation of presiding officers from 23 states and Union Territories. Additionally, Members of Parliament (MPs) and Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) of Rajasthan were present at the event.
Birla’s remarks provide a clear directive to lawmakers, urging them to engage in productive dialogues and debates. His emphasis on modernizing laws, using digital technology, and focusing on transparent governance is a reminder of the essential role that legislatures play in shaping the nation’s future and the lives of its citizens. It’s a call to action for all representatives to reflect on their roles and responsibilities, and to strive towards a more mature and responsive legislative system.
