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LOK SABHA SPEAKER CALLS UPON LAWMAKERS TO UPHOLD DISSENT AS A STRENGTH OF DEMOCRACY

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Date02 November 2026 (Monday)
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Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla today emphasised that agreement and disagreement are two sides of the same coin in a healthy and vibrant democracy. He stressed that dissent must be welcomed and respected as a vital catalyst for bringing fresh perspectives, addressing administrative blind spots and promoting better governance. He underscored that, irrespective of political, party or ideological differences, the overarching commitment of all public representatives must remain the continued progress of the State and the nation.

Shri Birla made these remarks while addressing the inaugural session of the ‘Janpratinidhi Sammelan’, organised by the Haryana Vidhan Sabha at Panchkula today as part of the Samvidhan Pakhwada Programme. Addressing serving and former members of the Haryana Vidhan Sabha, along with former ministers, he reflected on Haryana’s six-decade journey of growth, socio-economic resilience and leadership across multiple sectors, placing the State’s remarkable achievements firmly within the framework of India’s constitutional values and democratic ethos.

Reflecting on the State’s evolution over the past sixty years, Shri Birla observed that Haryana has consistently remained at the forefront of national progress despite numerous historical and administrative challenges. Drawing parallels with the timeless message of karma enshrined in the Bhagavad Gita, he lauded the farming community for pioneering the adoption of modern agricultural technologies, enhancing crop yields and contributing significantly to the country's food security. He also praised Haryana’s youth in the armed forces for their exemplary valour in safeguarding the nation's borders and internal security. He also commended Haryana’s sportspersons for consistently enhancing India's stature on the global sporting stage.

Highlighting the inclusive and deliberative nature of India's constitutional journey, Shri Birla noted that the Constituent Assembly, under the guidance of the Chairman of the Drafting Committee, Babasaheb Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, and with the participation of distinguished leaders from different regions, including Haryana and Punjab, laid the foundations of a cohesive parliamentary democracy amid immense linguistic, cultural and religious diversity. He emphasised that the survival and flourishing of India's diverse federal polity stand as a global testament to the resilience of its democracy. He observed, “Our Constitution is not merely a framework for running the government; it is the soul of India, reflecting our national consciousness and the aspirations of crores of people.”

Shri Birla emphasised that the commitment to public service does not end with the completion of one's tenure in the Legislature. He urged lawmakers to regard governance and administration primarily as instruments of grassroots empowerment rather than merely as administrative mechanisms. He stated that the ultimate measure of political and social life lies in bringing tangible socio-economic transformation and genuine happiness to the lives of the most vulnerable sections of society—the last person in the queue.

Shri Birla also appreciated the Haryana Legislative Assembly for setting an exemplary benchmark over its six-decade parliamentary journey through high-quality debates, reasoned dialogue and adherence to legislative dignity. He noted that the Assembly has served as an inspiration for legislative bodies across the country, demonstrating that democratic institutions become stronger when they remain firmly rooted in public welfare and institutional accountability.

The event was also graced by Chief Minister of Haryana Shri Nayab Singh Saini; Speaker of the Haryana Vidhan Sabha Shri Harvinder Kalyan; Leader of the Opposition in the Haryana Vidhan Sabha Shri Bhupinder Singh Hooda; Parliamentary Affairs Minister of Haryana Shri Mahipal Dhanda; and Deputy Speaker of the Haryana Vidhan Sabha Dr. Krishan Lal Middha.

हरियाणा विधानसभा में ‘संविधान पखवाड़ा 2026’ के अंतर्गत आयोजित ‘जनप्रतिनिधि सम्मेलन’ को संबोधित किया। हरियाणा के वर्तमान एवं पूर्व विधायकों की सहभागिता वाला यह सम्मेलन अनुभवों और विचारों के आदान-प्रदान तथा लोकतांत्रिक परंपराओं को और सुदृढ़ करने का महत्वपूर्ण अवसर रहा। श्रीमद्भगवद्गीता की पावन भूमि हरियाणा ने अपनी विकास यात्रा में परिश्रम, साहस और समर्पण के बल पर राष्ट्र के विभिन्न क्षेत्रों में उल्लेखनीय योगदान दिया है। भारत का संविधान हमारे स्वतंत्रता संग्राम के आदर्शों और देश की सामूहिक आकांक्षाओं का प्रतिबिंब है। बाबा साहब डॉ. भीमराव आंबेडकर सहित संविधान सभा के सदस्यों के योगदान से निर्मित यह संविधान न्याय, स्वतंत्रता, समानता और बंधुता के मूल्यों के माध्यम से हमारे लोकतंत्र को दिशा देता है। हमारे लोकतंत्र की शक्ति जनता के विश्वास और उसकी भागीदारी में निहित है। संसद से लेकर विधानसभाओं और पंचायतों तक प्रत्येक जनप्रतिनिधि का दायित्व है कि वह जनता की अपेक्षाओं को सदन तक पहुँचाए, जनहित के विषयों को प्राथमिकता दे और लोकतांत्रिक संस्थाओं की गरिमा बनाए रखे। पूर्व विधायकों का अनुभव और वर्तमान जनप्रतिनिधियों की ऊर्जा इस दायित्व को और प्रभावी बना सकती है। विचारों में भिन्नता लोकतंत्र का स्वाभाविक हिस्सा है, लेकिन संवाद तथा सहमति और असहमति के परस्पर सम्मान से ही हम साझा उद्देश्यों की ओर आगे बढ़ सकते हैं। आशा है कि संविधान पखवाड़े के माध्यम से संवैधानिक मूल्यों के प्रति जागरूकता समाज के प्रत्येक वर्ग तक पहुँचेगी। मेरा विश्वास है कि वर्तमान एवं पूर्व जनप्रतिनिधियों के अनुभवों और विचारों का यह साझा मंच हमारी विधायी परंपराओं को और समृद्ध करेगा। संविधान के आदर्शों को अपने आचरण और कार्यशैली में आत्मसात करते हुए हम लोकतांत्रिक संस्थाओं को सशक्त बनाएँगे और विकसित भारत 2047 के संकल्प को साकार करने की दिशा में आगे बढ़ेंगे।

आज हरियाणा विधानसभा द्वारा आयोजित ‘संविधान पखवाड़ा – 2026’ के उद्घाटन समारोह में शामिल होकर राज्य के वर्तमान एवं पूर्व विधायकों से संवाद करूँगा। भारत के संविधान की गौरवशाली यात्रा, लोकतांत्रिक परंपराओं और संसदीय मर्यादाओं को समर्पित यह आयोजन हमारे संवैधानिक मूल्यों, नागरिक अधिकारों एवं कर्तव्यों तथा जनप्रतिनिधियों की भूमिका पर सार्थक विमर्श का अवसर है। विश्वास है कि यह पहल संविधान के प्रति जन-जागरूकता को व्यापक बनाने के साथ लोकतांत्रिक संस्थाओं को और अधिक सशक्त करने तथा विकसित भारत 2047 के संकल्प को गति देने में महत्त्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभाएगी। Live Link : https://t.co/LODPYeQH8L

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