Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Saturday paid rich tributes to the inspiring vision of the 15 women members of the Constituent Assembly, stating that their contributions continue to energize the nation and serve as a guiding force for future generations.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Saturday stated that consensus and dissent are the strengths of democracy, but planned disruption in Assemblies and Parliament are detrimental to democratic values.
The Speaker also celebrated the unparalleled strength and resilience of Indian women, noting that women are at the forefront of India's growth and evolution, a release said.
He reiterated that India's parliamentary democracy--as envisioned in the Constitution--is a strong, inclusive and well-suited for a diverse nation like India.
Delhi Speaker Vijender Gupta met Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday and said the orientation programme of newly-elected members will be held on March 9 and 10.
"A commendable victory for Team India in the ICC Champions Trophy semifinal against Australia. The team's dedication and excellence on the field continue to make the nation proud. Wishing them success in the final--one last step towards the championship!" the LS speaker said in a post on
During his visit, Birla is scheduled to perform a special prayer and worship ceremony at Keshighat, where he will offer his respects to the Yamuna River. Following that, the Lok Sabha Speaker will visit the famous Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan, one of the most revered sites in the region.
Speaking to ANI, Birla said "This is a congregation of India's spirituality, faith, and culture... I have prayed for the well-being of all... It is an epitome of India's spirituality... People from all walks of life have come together irrespective of caste..."