Democracy Is The Valuable Legacy Of Our Country: LS Speaker Om Birla

The new Parliament building is a reflection of India's rich history and cultural heritage, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said on Sunday.

Speaking at the inauguration ceremony at the new Lok Sabha chamber, the Speaker said that the new building will give impetus to new ideas and claimed that India's transparent and effective work has strengthened people's belief in democracy and increased their participation in the process.

"During this Amrit Kaal, the whole country is being witness to this historical event. I would like to congratulate the Prime Minister whose dedication and guidance, this Parliament got built in less than 2.5 years. I would also like to thank all those who worked for the Parliament. The construction workers stayed committed even during the tough Covid phase," ANI quoted him as saying.

Over the past seventy years, meaningful dialogues among parliamentary leaders have played a crucial role in addressing citizens' concerns and enacting legislation that has significantly improved people's lives while reinforcing their trust in democracy, Birla added.

"Democracy is the valuable legacy of our country, the power of our present and the of our golden future. Our Parliament is the custodian of our glorious democratic legacy. It has the capability to transform challenges into opportunities. Unity in diversity is our strength. All the MPs despite all the differences, raise issues in voice for the country," the Speaker stated.

Indian Parliament has been a witness to several historical events and now it is the responsibility of the leaders to preserve the legacy of the Parliament, he claimed.

"Members across parties had presented the need of a new Parliament, after which both the houses took the matter to Prime Minister for approval. I would like to thank him for catering to the needs of the members. Also, by installing 'Sengol' near the Lok Sabha's chair, PM Modi has reaffirmed his commitment towards historical legacy and unbiased leadership," he said in his speech.

The Lok Sabha speaker urged everyone to take forward the good principles of the Parliamentary system and contribute to the building of a developed India.

"I am confident that the new atmosphere in the new Parliament will engender new ideas. It is also an example of our rich history, where one can witness the cultural legacy of the country. It will also allow every state to look at a reflection of their culture. I would like to urge all the MPs to enter the new Parliament with new beliefs and put forward good principles of our Parliamentary system to make our institutions ideal in the world. I hope we will be able to a developed country using = creative and positive discussions," Birla further added.

On the other hand, Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh read out messages from President Droupadi Murmu and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar at the event

Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh read out messages from President Droupadi Murmu and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar at the event which was attended by former president Ram Nath Kovind, former Prime Minister H D Deve Gowda, Chief Ministers Y S Jagan Reddy, Yogi Adityanath, Eknath Shinde and Neiphu Rio, foreign envoys, BJP leaders, etc.