In the Presiding Officers Conference, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said that the conduct of the Presiding Officers should be fair and just. He emphasized on reducing proceedings of the House, parliamentary discipline and giving opportunities to young members.
Lucknow. Speaking at the All India Presiding Officers Conference, Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla said that Presiding Officers may be associated with any political party, but their conduct should be completely fair and impartial, above party politics. He said that impartiality should not only be there but should also be visible, so that public trust is maintained.
Legislature is a medium to convey the voice of the people to the government.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha said that through the legislature, the aspirations and problems of the people reach the government and they are resolved. He expressed concern that the time for House proceedings is continuously decreasing in many states, which is not a good sign for democracy.
The longer the House runs, the more meaningful the discussion will be.
Shri Birla said that fixed and adequate time should be ensured for the proceedings of the House. He clarified that when the House lasts longer, the discussions become more serious, meaningful and result oriented, leading to better solutions to public issues.
Parliamentary etiquette and discipline more important in the age of social media
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha said that in this era of information and communication technology and social media, the public keeps an eye on every conduct of the public representatives. At such a time, adherence to parliamentary etiquette and discipline has become more important than ever. He said that when information is flowing from all sides, it is the responsibility of all of us to maintain the authenticity of the House.
Such conferences strengthen cooperation between democratic institutions.
Shri Birla said that platforms like All India Presiding Officers Conference enhance cooperation among democratic institutions. These conferences strengthen mutual coordination and make the governance system more effective. They also help in harmonizing policies and welfare schemes across the country.
Responsibility of presiding officers to provide opportunities to new and young members
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha said that as Presiding Officers it is our duty to provide adequate opportunities to all the members in the House, especially the new and young members. With this, Assemblies and Parliament will remain the most effective platforms for raising public problems.