Will Rajasthan's Political Parties Foster Respectful Dialogue in the Upcoming Assembly Session?
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Jaipur, Jan 27 (NationPress) The fifth session of the 16th Rajasthan Legislative Assembly is set to begin on January 28. In preparation for this session, an all-party meeting convened at the Legislative Assembly on Tuesday, chaired by Speaker Vasudev Devnani.
During this gathering, participants reached an agreement to ensure that the House's proceedings are conducted in a peaceful manner, adhering to established regulations and traditions. Both ruling and opposition party members assured the Speaker of their commitment to maintaining decorum and employing respectful, dignified language throughout the session.
Speaker Vasudev Devnani highlighted the importance of engaging in meaningful discussions, assuring that all members would have the opportunity to voice their opinions. He emphasized that it is the collective duty of both ruling and opposition members to uphold the dignity of the House and the Speaker's chair. He urged all parties to approach proceedings positively and constructively.
Referring to the Assembly as a sacred forum for deliberation on public interest issues, Devnani stated that all members share the responsibility of maintaining its dignity. He mentioned that encouraging meaningful discussions is key, and if necessary, the session's duration could be extended to allow for thorough deliberation.
Stressing that dialogue is crucial for resolving issues, he indicated that attempts would be made to address concerns raised by members seriously. The Speaker also noted that responses to 96 percent of previous session questions had been received and assured that timely replies would continue, emphasizing the importance of officer accountability.
Highlighting the significance of Question Hour and Zero Hour, Devnani called for no disruptions during these periods and encouraged all parties to engage in this matter. He reiterated that every member would be afforded the chance to speak and requested adherence to prescribed time limits.
Leader of the Opposition Tikaram Jully asserted that the government should take the issues raised in the Assembly seriously and reiterated that the responsibility of managing the House rests with both ruling and opposition parties.
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Jogaram Patel described the all-party meeting as a historic initiative led by Speaker Vasudev Devnani, predicting that its positive impact would be evident in the House's conduct. He expressed gratitude to the leaders from both sides for their participation. Notable attendees included Government Chief Whip Jogeshwar Garg, Opposition Chief Whip Rafiq Khan, Manoj Kumar, Subhash Garg, and Thawarchand.