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India Gazette
12 hours ago
- Business
- India Gazette
Union Minister Murugan inaugurates NeVA Digital Platform for Puducherry Legislative Assembly
New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs, L Murugan, inaugurated the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) for Puducherry Legislative Assembly on Monday. Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry K. Kailashnathan, Chief Minister of Puducherry N Rangasamy, and Speaker of Puducherry Legislative Assembly R Selvam were also present at the inauguration ceremony. With this launch, Puducherry becomes the 19th legislature in the country to adopt the NeVA platform, aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of Digital India. The initiative, which enables paperless legislative functioning, is funded through 100 per cent Central Assistance by the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs. Addressing the gathering, Union Minister Murugan said, 'NeVA is a transformative initiative that ensures real-time access to legislative proceedings and strengthens our democracy. It reflects the principle of 'One Nation, One Application', alongside landmark reforms such as 'One Nation, One Ration Card' and the proposed 'One Nation, One Election'. The public has the right to know and witness how laws are made.' The Union Minister also highlighted key achievements of the past decade under the leadership of PM Modi, including India becoming the second-largest nation in digital transactions, Efficient delivery of welfare through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), Technological progress under Atmanirbhar Bharat, resulting in a 50 per cent reduction in defence imports. He underlined the infrastructure development and social capital as the two core pillars driving India's growth and expressed confidence in India's journey to becoming a Viksit Bharat by 2047. Union Minister Further added that the move would save 3-5 tonnes of paper annually, supporting Digital India, Go Green, and Good Governance. Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry hailed the launch of NeVA as a milestone, stating that it not only digitises legislative functioning but also enables live-streaming of proceedings, ensuring greater public access and transparency. Officials emphasised the need to train legislators and staff on NeVA's features. Awareness campaigns and capacity-building sessions will be conducted for the smooth implementation of the Application. NeVA is a mission-mode project under the Digital India programme, aiming to bring all legislatures onto a unified digital platform to ensure paperless, efficient, and citizen-centric legislative proceedings. (ANI)
The Hindu
17 hours ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Puducherry Assembly goes digital with inauguration of NeVA project
Puducherry Legislative Assembly has joined the select group of States and Union Territories in India to implement the Centre's National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA), a programme to digitise Assembly proceedings. Union Minister of State for Information, Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs L. Murugan, on Monday (June 9, 2025), inaugurated NeVA application for the Puducherry Assembly at a function held in a private hotel here. The inaugural event was attended by Lieutenant Governor K. Kailashnathan, Chief Minister N. Rangasamy, Speaker R. Selvam, Ministers, Legislators and senior officials from the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs and UT. Implemented at a cost of ₹8.5 crore, NeVA would enable the Puducherry Assembly to conduct the proceedings of the next session in a digitised format. The legislators would be able to read the customary address of the Lt. Governor, Chief Minister's budget speech, list of business, notices served by the members, raise questions and replies of Ministers on the tablet installed on the tables of MLAs in the House. The system is integrated in such a way that Secretaries and Department heads could assist Ministers by providing real -time inputs while MLAs raise supplementary questions. The legislators will have access to the House proceedings of other States and Union Territories in their regional language as NeVA has been conceived as a unified platform, embodying the vision of 'One Nation- One Application'. 'The aim of the project is to ensure that the Legislative Business of the House is conducted in a paperless manner and to bring all the legislatures of the country together, in one platform, thereby creating a massive data depository without having the complexity of multiple applications,' a note issued by Press Information Bureau said. Partnering with BHASHINI, Ministry of Electronics, and Information Technology, NeVA also integrates AI/ML based real-time translation services, boosting linguistic inclusivity. So far, 28 State Legislatures have signed MoU with the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs for NeVA implementation and 18 houses have already transformed into digital format for conducting the proceedings. The project would cost the Centre around ₹673 crore. Mr. Murugan said the big digitisation process happening in the country was one of the components of making the country a developed nation by 2047. 'After Narendra Modi took over as the Prime Minister of the country in 2014, a big transformation is happening in the country. The Digital India mooted by the Prime Minister was part the transformation. People are getting money in their bank accounts under various welfare schemes by the click of a button,' he said. The Lt. Governor suggested the government to make the Assembly proceedings live on television as the next big step. Chief Minister N. Rangasamy urged the officials to make full utilisation of the project to strengthen the proceedings of the house.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Union Minister to inaugurate NeVA project in Puducherry on Monday
Union Minister of State for Information, Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs L. Murugan will inaugurate the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) project in the Puducherry Assembly on Monday, June 9. The inaugural programme will be attended by Lieutenant Governor K. Kailashnathan, Chief Minister N. Rangasamy, Ministers and legislators. NeVA, an initiative of the Union Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, is aimed at digitising legislative procedures of all States and Union Territories through a unified platform, embodying the vision of 'One Nation-One Application'. The project was launched with a budget allocation of ₹673. 94 crore in 2020. After completion of the digitisation work, the Puducherry Assembly had conducted a trial run of NeVA during the Budget session. The customary address of the Lt. Governor, Chief Minister's Budget speech, List of Business and replies to the questions were provided to the MLAs in digital format through NeVA during the Budget session.
New Indian Express
3 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Delhi Assembly unveils 100-day ‘report card'
NEW DELHI: The Assembly on Friday celebrated the completion of 100 days of the Eighth Delhi Legislative Assembly with a ceremonial release of its Report Card – a document that highlights its key achievements, innovations, and its 'evolving, inclusive legislative ethos.' The event was held within the Assembly premises in the presence of Union minister Harsh Malhotra who lauded the Assembly's work, describing the Report Card as 'a reflection of remarkable accomplishments' and lauding its theme of 'Virasat' and 'Vikas'. He further praised Speaker Vijender Gupta's balanced leadership, highlighting a shift in the conduct of Assembly proceedings in the first 100 days. 'In this period, not once have we witnessed the kind of disruptions that had become commonplace in the previous decade,' he remarked. 'Gupta has upheld democratic traditions, provided equal space to the Opposition, and ensured the dignity of the House.' Gupta, in his address, reaffirmed the Assembly's commitment to transparency, sustainable development, and cultural preservation. He highlighted key milestones achieved during the Assembly's first 100 days, including the implementation of the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) to facilitate a paperless legislature and the laying of the foundation stone for a 500 kW solar power plant.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
‘Virasat se vikas ki ore': Delhi Assembly marks 100 days with Visionary Report Card
New Delhi: In a grand ceremony held today, the Delhi Legislative Assembly unveiled its 'Report Card' marking the completion of the first 100 days of its 8th term. The report highlights key achievements, innovative initiatives, and a people-centric legislative approach aimed at inclusive growth. The event was graced by Union Minister of State for Road Transport, Highways and Corporate Affairs, Harsh Malhotra, who attended as the Chief Guest. Speaker of the Delhi Assembly, Vijender Gupta, presided over the ceremony, joined on stage by Social Welfare Minister Ravindra Indraj Singh, Deputy Speaker Mohan Singh Bisht, and Chief Whip Abhay Verma. In his address, Malhotra praised the Delhi Assembly's functioning and commended the report card as a 'reflection of noteworthy accomplishments.' He lauded the report's theme, 'Virasat se Vikas ki Ore' and fondly recalled his early days in public service under the mentorship of Speaker Vijender Gupta, whose discipline and dedication, he said, continue to inspire his parliamentary work. The Union Minister also noted a positive shift in the Assembly's proceedings over the past 100 days. 'The sessions have remained orderly and disruption-free, which was uncommon earlier. Gupta has strengthened democratic practices by ensuring equal opportunity for the opposition and maintaining the dignity of the House,' he said. He further described the Assembly building as a 'living heritage' that must be preserved for future generations. Speaker Vijender Gupta emphasized the Assembly's commitment to transparency, sustainable growth, and cultural preservation, stating that the report card goes beyond legislative statistics to showcase a progressive and citizen-focused legislative culture. Among the key accomplishments of the past 100 days was the successful implementation of the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA), which enabled the Assembly to transition to a completely paperless format—an important step toward digital governance. In support of environmental sustainability, the Assembly also laid the foundation for a 500-kilowatt solar power plant, reinforcing its move toward green energy practices. Additionally, the traditional Assembly library was transformed into a Digital Knowledge Center, providing better access to legislative resources. A comprehensive plan has also been initiated for the conservation of the Assembly's architectural and historical heritage, ensuring that its legacy is preserved for future generations. The report card also outlined several initiatives designed to promote engagement and excellence within and beyond the legislative environment. These included the introduction of the "Best Legislator Award" to recognize outstanding performance among MLAs, as well as orientation programs for newly elected legislators to help them understand procedural and policy matters.
