Lawmakers servce people with integrity

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla today urged lawmakers to rise above personal and political interests, emphasizing the importance of diligently and with integrity fulfilling the hopes and aspirations of the people they represent. He highlighted that elected representatives are entrusted with the mandate to translate public expectations into concrete actions, strengthen democratic institutions, and ensure governance that is transparent, inclusive, and responsive. Upholding citizens’ trust, he noted, requires vision, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to public welfare—qualities essential for building a developed, equitable, and self-reliant nation.

Shri Birla made these remarks while inaugurating the First CPA India Region Zone VII Conference.

Speaking on the roles and responsibilities of young lawmakers, Shri Birla highlighted their pivotal role in realizing the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047. He emphasized that, as emerging leaders, they are entrusted with driving innovative policies, promoting inclusive development, and strengthening democratic institutions. Their energy, vision, and commitment to public welfare, he added, can play a transformative role in building a prosperous, self-reliant, and equitable India, ensuring sustainable growth and social progress for generations to come.

Sharing insights on the evolving role of legislative institutions in nation-building, Shri Birla emphasized the importance of healthy competition among state legislatures in promoting public welfare and good governance. He noted that parliamentary democracy is globally recognized as the best system of governance and highlighted that the steady increase in voter turnout in every election since 1952 reflects India’s enduring success as a vibrant democracy.(UPDATED ON 9TH APRIL 2026)