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The Hindu
03-08-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Delhi Assembly Monsoon Session to run on 100% solar power in push for green energy
The Monsoon Session of the Delhi Assembly, beginning on Monday (August 4, 2025), will be powered entirely by renewable energy following the inauguration of a 500-kilowatt rooftop solar power plant by Union Minister of State for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal on Sunday (August 3, 2025). This milestone makes the Delhi Assembly the first in the country to operate solely on solar energy. Speaking at the inauguration of the solar plant and the new e-Vidhan initiative, which aims to make the Assembly paperless, Mr. Meghwal said, 'Delhi Assembly will be the first where sustainability, self-reliance, and digital empowerment go hand in hand. This fusion of climate responsibility and administrative reform must begin at the heart of democratic institutions.' Sustainable governance Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta described the initiative as a model for how legislative institutions can champion environmental stewardship. Highlighting the historic significance of the Assembly building, constructed in 1912 and once home to the country's first Parliament, Mr. Gupta said it is 'an example of how tradition and progress can go together'. He said that the rooftop solar project is expected to yield savings of up to ₹15 lakh per month, or approximately ₹1.75 crore annually, with potential surplus electricity generation through net metering. 'The financial savings generated through solar energy will be reinvested in developmental work for the welfare of Delhi's people,' the Speaker said. The Monsoon Session's opening day will also see the tabling of two reports from the Comptroller and Auditor General of India: State Finances for the year 2023-24, and Welfare of Building and Other Construction Workers for the year ending March 2023. In a key development in education policy, Minister of Education Ashish Sood is set to introduce the Delhi School Education (Transparency in Fixation and Regulation of Fees) Bill, 2025, which aims to regulate fee hikes in private schools across the Capital. A trial run of the new e-Vidhan (paperless) system is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on Monday, with the official sitting of the House at 2:00 p.m. to be conducted entirely on solar power, without using electricity from conventional sources.
Hindustan Times
03-08-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Delhi Assembly set to hold first paperless session from August 4
The upcoming session of the Delhi Assembly from August 4 to August 8 will be the first fully paperless e-Assembly session in the Capital's history, chief minister Rekha Gupta said on Saturday at the Delhi Secretariat after holding a a meeting of the legislative party. Chief minister Rekha Gupta with cabinet ministers at the Delhi Secretariat in New Delhi on Saturday. (RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO) The assembly is set to inaugurate its e-Vidhan (paperless assembly) system along with a 500kW solar power plant at the complex on Sunday. The inauguration will be done by Union minister for law and justice Arjun Ram Meghwal. A special trial run of the e-Vidhan platform, part of the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) programme, will also be held during the event. The trial will allow MLAs to experience the new digital interface firsthand ahead of the upcoming session. 'Today, in the meeting of the legislative party held at the Delhi Secretariat, a detailed discussion was held with all MLAs to realise the resolution of 'Developed Delhi'. This meeting, held before the upcoming assembly session, was an important opportunity to brainstorm on our collective strategy, priorities, and issues of public interest. This session will add a new chapter to the history of the assembly, as it will be the first fully paperless e-Assembly session. This change reflects our government's commitment to technology-based transparency and efficiency. In this session, an important bill related to education will also be tabled for discussion, which will be a decisive step towards making Delhi's education system more robust and inclusive,' Gupta said in a post on X. Gupta said the Delhi government is undertaking major initiatives to make its governance system more accessible, efficient and transparent. The drive to digitise all government offices has significantly accelerated the pace of administrative work. Gupta said that she has transformed her own office into an e-Office to set a benchmark for other departments to follow. 'We are working in alignment with the vision of the central government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This system ensures accountability and provides real-time updates on how long files are pending with any officer or department,' Gupta said. She said that the e-Office platform, developed by the National Informatics Centre (NIC), showed remarkable results in July. Out of the Delhi government's 199 departments, 119 are now fully operational on e-Office, up from 22% in June to nearly 60% now. During the same period, the number of digital files used by these departments exceeded 118,000, marking a growth of over 250% compared to the previous month (June). 'The e-Office system has not only significantly reduced paper consumption but has also made decision-making faster and more transparent. Government officials and staff in Delhi are now benefitting from digital file tracking, quicker approvals, and immediate implementation of decisions,' she said.
Indian Express
03-08-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
‘E-Office': Delhi CM's office goes paperless, other depts to follow
In an effort to make the governance system more accessible and transparent, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday announced that the Delhi government is undertaking major initiatives to digitise all government offices. To set a benchmark for other departments to follow, Gupta said, she has transformed her office into an e-Office. She added that the shift to an e-Office platform, replacing traditional paper files with digital formats has made the workflow fully modern and streamlined. The e-Office platform has been developed by the National Informatics Centre (NIC). The officials and staff at all levels have also been provided training to implement digitalisation in government offices, the CM said. 'We are working in alignment with the vision of the Central Government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This system ensures accountability and provides real-time updates on how long files are pending with any officer or department,' she added. Out of the Delhi government's 199 departments, the CM said, 119 are now fully operational on e-Office, up from 22 percent in June to nearly 60%. During the same period, the number of digital files used by these departments exceeded 1.18 lakh, marking a growth of over 250 percent compared to June. 'The e-Office system has not only significantly reduced paper consumption but has also made decision-making faster and more transparent. Government officials and staff in Delhi are now benefiting from digital file tracking, quicker approvals, and immediate implementation of decisions,' the CM said. Gupta added that the Delhi Assembly is completely paperless, and the upcoming Monsoon Session will also be completely digitised. The e-Vidhan system will be launched officially on Sunday.
News18
17-07-2025
- Politics
- News18
Delhi Assembly to organise 3-day training programme for MLAs
New Delhi, Jul 17 (PTI) The Delhi Assembly is organising a three-day training programme for MLAs to familiarise them with the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA). The NeVA training programme is aimed at familiarising the MLAs with the digital tools and functionalities of the e-Vidhan platform for the upcoming Monsoon Session. The training will take place from July 21 to July 23. Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta has inspected the special training centre, which is under development by the Public Works Department (PWD) in the Assembly premises, said a statement. The newly constructed training centre has been equipped with approximately 18 to 20 computers to facilitate hands-on learning for the MLAs, it said. The training sessions will be conducted by experts from the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs (MoPA) who will guide the MLAs through the features and functionalities of the NeVA platform. These experts will provide hands-on instruction to ensure that legislators are well-equipped to navigate the digital tools and workflows essential for modern legislative operations, said an official statement. Over three days, members will receive hands-on training covering digital document access, real-time tracking of legislative business, submission of questions and motions, and other digital workflows essential to a modern, efficient Assembly, the statement added. PTI SLB SLB KSS KSS Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hindustan Times
03-07-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Arunachal guv inaugurates 45-day-long golden jubilee celebrations of Assembly
Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K T Parnaik on Thursday inaugurated the golden jubilee celebrations of the state legislative Assembly, hailing it as a "sacred temple of democracy, a beacon of hope, a forum for unity, and a symbol of inclusive progress". Arunachal guv inaugurates 45-day-long golden jubilee celebrations of Assembly Unveiling the Golden Jubilee Commemoration Plaque at the Assembly complex here, the governor formally launched the 45-day-long celebrations. Chief Minister Pema Khandu released the official theme song of the celebrations, while Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein launched a commemorative badge. Reflecting on the Assembly's journey since its inception in 1975, Parnaik said the event was not merely a celebration of the passage of time, but a tribute to the state's democratic evolution, the maturity of its institutions, and the enduring spirit of its people. He paid heartfelt tributes to past and present visionary leaders, speakers, deputy speakers, and Assembly officials who, through their wisdom and commitment, have strengthened the institution into a proud emblem of transparency, heritage, and representative governance. Acknowledging the challenges of the state's formative years, the governor recalled the uphill journey of building the state from scratch amid difficult terrains, sparse settlements, and limited infrastructure. "We are witnessing a transformative phase marked by improved administrative outreach and responsive, citizen-centric governance," Parnaik said and credited the Assembly for playing a pivotal role through landmark legislation and visionary leadership. He emphasised the importance of financial probity, transparency, and accountability at the core of good governance and commended the implementation of the e-Vidhan system, stressing the need for seamless technological integration in governance. The governor called for robust land reforms, stronger legislation on solid waste management, hygiene and sanitation, and greater empowerment of women through rights-based, participatory policies. He urged legislators to commit to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals , focusing on environmental sustainability, gender equality, and poverty alleviation. Parnaik also reminded lawmakers of their moral responsibility toward the most vulnerable sections of society. "The soul of a state is judged by how it treats its most vulnerable. Let us legislate to protect, uplift, and integrate them fully into our vision of development," he said. The event also saw inspiring participation from students of the Donyi Polo Mission School for Hearing and Visually Impaired, underscoring the inclusive ethos of the celebration. Khandu, Mein, Speaker Tesam Pongte and Deputy Speaker Kardo Nyigyor also addressed the gathering, reflecting on the Assembly's rich legacy and their aspirations for its future. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
