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The Hindu
6 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Lok Sabha Speaker to lead delegation to BRICS inter-parliamentary forum
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will be leading an Indian parliamentary delegation to the 11th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in Brazil this June, where he is scheduled to address the forum on the 'BRICS Parliaments united for the reform of the multilateral peace and security architecture', a statement from the Lok Sabha Secretariat said on Thursday (May 29, 2025). The BRICS Parliamentary Forum will be held in Brasilia from June 3 to June 5, the statement said, adding that Mr. Birla would also be addressing the forum on inter-parliamentary cooperation for 'responsible and inclusive Artificial Intelligence'. The theme for the 11th BRICS Parliamentary Forum is 'The Role of BRICS Parliaments in Building a More Inclusive and Sustainable, Global Governance'. Mr. Birla may also hold bilateral meetings with the Presiding Officers of the participating Parliaments on the sidelines of the forum, the Lok Sabha Secretariat said, adding that a joint statement would be adopted at the end of the summit. The delegation, led by Mr. Birla, will comprise Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MPs Surendra Singh Nagar, Vijay Baghel, and Vivek Thakur; and the Telegu Desam Party's Shabari Byreddy. The delegation will also include Lok Sabha Secretary-General Utpal Kumar Singh, and Rajya Sabha Secretary-General P.C. Mody. The Lok Sabha Secretariat said that the delegation from India is also scheduled to participate in the proceedings during the plenary sessions on themes related to the 'Search of New Paths for Economic Development', 'Towards Stronger and More Durbale BRICS Inter-Parliamentary Cooperation', 'BRICS Inter-Parliamentary Alliance for Global Health', and the 'BRICS Inter-Parliamentary Dialogue on Climate and Sustainability'. The statement added that Presiding Officers and Members of Parliament from 10 BRICS countries — Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Ethiopia, Indonesia, and Iran — would also be participating in the forum with the President of the Inter-Parliamentary Union, Tulia Ackson, who serves as the Speaker of the National Assembly of Tanzania. Delegates from invited nations, which include Belarus, Bolivia, Kazakhstan, Cuba, Nigeria, Malaysia, Thailand, Uganda, and Uzbekistan, will also be participating, the statement said.
India Gazette
25-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
India proud of its armed forces for their bravery, courage and unwavering resolve: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla
Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) [India], May 25 (ANI): Underscoring Bharat's unwavering commitment to national security and its firm stance against terrorism, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has hailed the commitment and valour of India's armed forces. He said that India is proud of its armed forces for their bravery, courage, and unwavering resolve, Lok Sabha Secretariat said in an official statement on Sunday. In a powerful statement, he cautioned that if any country or terrorist organization spreads terror in India, its consequences will be more serious than Operation Sindoor. India has not only strengthened its internal security apparatus but has also sent a clear and resolute message to the world in this regard, he added. He also urged that a sense of collective interest should guide us on matters of national security. Birla made these remarks while addressing a distinguished gathering at the Platinum Jubilee celebration of Singhbhum Chamber of Commerce and Industry at Jamshedpur on Sunday. In his first visit to Jharkhand as Lok Sabha Speaker, Birla paid rich tributes to Bhagwan Birsa Munda and the land of Jharkhand. He paid floral tributes to Bhagwan Birsa Munda at Birsa Chowk, Ranchi and visited Birsa Munda Museum lauding the contribution of tribal communities in country's development. He described Jharkhand as a region that gave India both Bhagwan Birsa Munda and Jamshedji Tata. He noted that Bhagwan Birsa Munda ignited a long and brave struggle for tribal dignity and self-respect and highlighted the vision of Jamshedji Tata who laid the foundation for India's industrial awakening long before Independence. Speaking on India's remarkable progress in achieving self-reliance in the defence sector, Om Birla noted that a country once heavily reliant on imports has now emerged as a rising force in the manufacturing and export of defence equipment. He emphasized that this significant transformation, fuelled by innovation and robust policy support, has unlocked new opportunities for Indian MSMEs and industries to play a direct and meaningful role in strengthening national security. He said that under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has embraced a clear and ambitious goal of Atmanirbharta (self-reliance) in defence production. Birla further highlighted that the backbone of the nation's growing military strength is firmly supported by the dedication and capabilities of its industrial sector. Birla stressed that we must work collectively and harness the forces of technology, competition, and skill development to realize the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047. He opined that India's greatest strength lies in its young and skilled population. Observing that in a rapidly changing global economy where competition extends beyond goods and services to talent and innovation, Birla said that Indian youth are emerging as global leaders. He added that many Indians now head multinational corporations across sectors, which is a testament to India's intellectual and entrepreneurial prowess. Underlining that India's educational landscape is also evolving, Birla mentioned that with the introduction of the New Education Policy, institutions like IITs and AIIMS are being reshaped into global research and innovation centres. He also said that these institutions are being encouraged to collaborate with industries, fostering ecosystems similar to those seen in the most advanced economies. Birla encouraged all stakeholders to make efforts to tap vast opportunities in sectors such as information technology, green energy, defence technology, and advanced manufacturing. He added that the time has come not just to support large industrial entities, but to lead innovation in frontier sectors. He gave a clarion call to invest in youth skilling, innovation, and global collaboration, and to ensure India becomes a beacon of sustainable and inclusive growth. Commending the long history of the Singhbhum Chamber of Industry and Commerce, Birla noted with pride that over the decades, the Chamber has played a pivotal role in shaping the economic and technological landscape of the region and the nation. He urged the Chamber to act not merely as a representative body, but as a forum for democratic dialogue--a space where the private sector, government, and civil society could jointly plan India's industrial and economic future. Minister of State for Defence, Sanjay Seth; former Chief Minister and Union Minister, Arjun Munda; and Member of Parliament, Bidyut Baran Mahato and other dignitaries graced the occasion. Earlier, Om Birla was accorded a traditional welcome at Ranchi airport and was received by Rabindra Nath Mahto, Jharkhand Vidhan Sabha Speaker and Sanjay Seth, Union Minister of State for Defence. (ANI)
United News of India
02-05-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
Terrorism poses major global challenge; all democratic nations must come together to eliminate it: Birla
New Delhi, May 2 (UNI) Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Friday asserted that all democratic nations bound by a shared commitment to peace, security, and the rule of law will have to come together to eradicate the menace of terrorism. He stressed that terrorism poses a profound global challenge that transcends national borders and threatens the very fabric of peaceful societies. He called for a collective and resolute response, grounded in mutual trust and respect for international norms, to effectively combat terrorism and uphold the values that define democratic societies, a Lok Sabha Secretariat said. Birla said this during his meeting with Japanese Parliamentary delegation led by the Speaker of the House of Representatives of Japan Nukaga Fukushiro at Parliament House complex. Nukaga Fukushiro strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Pahalgam and reaffirmed Japan's steadfast support for India's fight against terrorism. Birla appreciated the leadership of Japan for expressing solidarity with India on the Pahalgam terrorist attack and emphasised that in the current global scenario, friendship between India and Japan is essential for global peace, prosperity and stability. Referring to partnership between both the countries in multilateral forums like QUAD, G20 and International Solar Alliance, Birla said, "We have common concerns and thoughts on regional and global issues. Our relations based on mutual understanding are extremely important for co-beneficial progress as well as for peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. In the changing context, the friendship has now taken the form of strategic and global cooperation." The Lok Sabha Speaker noted that the friendship between India and Japan is based on civilisational contacts, shared heritage of Buddhism and shared commitment to democratic values. He also expressed happiness that every year a large number of Japanese tourists and pilgrims visit India to go to places related to Buddhism which promotes people to people connect between the two countries. He welcomed the Japanese proposal to provide opportunities to more than 50,000 skilled human resources of India in various sectors in Japan. He also thanked Japan for its assurance of support in infrastructure development of India's North East region. Noting that last year, India completed the golden journey of 75 years of Constitution, Birla mentioned that Constitution has played an important role in India's journey of progress and development. Under the guidance of the Constitution, the country has made large scale socio-economic changes after independence and has kept public welfare at top priority, he added. Birla also informed that the Indian Parliament has increased the use of digital technology and AI to bring transparency in its functioning and make it accessible to the public and more efficient, which has yielded positive results. He expressed eagerness to share these experiences with the Parliament of Japan. Present were Deputy Chairman, Rajya Sabha, Harivansh; MPs Sanjay Jha, Bhartruhari Mahtab, Deepender Singh Hooda and Kamaljeet Sehrawat. UNI RBE SJC
