Prime Minister Narendra Modi had laid the foundation stone of the new Parliament building in December 2020 which will have modern facilities.
New Delhi: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, on Sunday, June 19, expressed confidence and said that the winter session of the sabha will likely be in the new Parliament building.
“We endeavor to start the winter session in the new building of Parliament and the new building will clearly show the picture of a self-reliant India,” the Lok Sabha speaker said. “From a technical and security point of view, this new building is far ahead of the old Parliament building. But the old building of Parliament will also remain a part of it,” he added.
In the interview, Mr. Birla said that the productivity in the house has increased drastically. “With the cooperation of everyone, the productivity of the House has been so high. The house runs till late at night.
He further added that all parties should also talk to their respective leaders. “From time to time, I also talk to party leaders and tell them that the house should run smoothly and that discipline and decorum should be maintained. With his cooperation, the level of productivity and debate in the House has increased significantly.
In May, the Delhi Pradesh Congress Committee had appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to name the new parliament building after former President APJ Abdul Kalam after former President APJ Abdul Kalam to send a ‘message’ about the country’s communal harmony.
Generally, the winter session of Parliament takes place in November-December.
According to sources, the new building will have a triangular shape and the National Emblem will crown the new structure.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi had laid the foundation stone of the new Parliament building in December 2020 which will have modern facilities.
The new building is expected to have a grand Constitution Hall to showcase India’s democratic heritage, a lounge for members of Parliament, a library, multiple committee rooms, dining areas, and ample parking space.
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