Om Birla

Artists Showcase India’s Cultural Splendour at National Conference of Urban Local Bodies’ Chairpersons

Artists Showcase India’s Cultural Splendour at National Conference of Urban Local Bodies’ Chairpersons

Chandigarh, July 4 — A vibrant cultural evening marked the ongoing National Conference of Urban Local Bodies’ Chairpersons in Manesar, Gurugram, where artists from diverse regions showcased the rich tapestry of India’s cultural heritage. The event was graced by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, Haryana Vidhan Sabha Speaker Harvinder Kalyan, Minister Dr. Arvind Sharma, Aarti Singh Rao, and other dignitaries.The evening commenced with a mesmerising performance of Gandharva instrumental music, directed by Pandit Chetan Joshi. The presentation, deeply rooted in the traditions of Haryana and Indian classical instruments, recreated the celestial melodies believed to…
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Urban Local Bodies Play Crucial Role in Building a Developed Nation: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

Urban Local Bodies Play Crucial Role in Building a Developed Nation: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

Chandigarh, July 3 — Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday underlined the crucial role of urban local bodies in strengthening democracy and contributing to the vision of a developed India by 2047. He urged urban representatives to adopt innovative practices, effective governance, and practical skills to fulfil their responsibilities towards making India’s cities among the cleanest and most beautiful in the world.Speaking at the inauguration of the first two-day National Conference on Urban Local Bodies held at the ICAT-2 campus auditorium in Manesar, Birla said urban local bodies represent the smallest yet most impactful units of the nation, directly…
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India to Host BRICS Parliamentary Forum in 2026; Joint Declaration Condemns Pahalgam Terror Attack

India to Host BRICS Parliamentary Forum in 2026; Joint Declaration Condemns Pahalgam Terror Attack

Brasilia [Brazil], June 7, 2025 – India has been officially named the host of the next BRICS Parliamentary Forum in 2026, as announced by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla at the conclusion of the 11th edition of the forum held in Brasilia. The announcement came alongside a strong joint declaration by member nations, which collectively condemned the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, and endorsed a global zero-tolerance approach to terrorism.In his statement, Birla reaffirmed India's commitment to multilateral cooperation and said, “The agenda will be set for the Summit in India, and India will ensure a successful and…
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