Om Birla on Parliament Ruckus: A Call for Respectful Dissent
Om Birla on Parliament's Growing Tensions
The growing acrimony between the treasury benches and the opposition, witnessed recently in Parliament, has become a cause for concern, said Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. Several incidents of violence in state assemblies add to the worry in India, a thriving democracy.
Recent Events in Parliament
Birla chaired the 10th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) India Region Conference, where he discussed the need for conduct during House proceedings. He stressed the importance of expressing dissent in a cordial and peaceful manner that aligns with India's democratic values.
Observing recent sessions, particularly after the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Birla noted that opposition parties frequently resorted to agitations, disrupting sessions with protests. Notably, more than 100 opposition MPs were suspended during December 2023 for demanding investigations into security breaches in Parliament.
Encouraging Cooperation Among Members
Birla emphasized engaging the opposition and ensuring equal participation in the House. He suggested leveraging technology like Artificial Intelligence to improve communication and streamline proceedings, urging state assemblies to adopt digitization.
This call to action stems from his experience as Lok Sabha Speaker since 2019, a role he was re-elected to in 2024 due to the NDA's strong support.
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