Gandhinagar, July 31 (NationPress) A 14-member delegation from Nepal’s Free Youth Democratic Organisation, consisting of members of the Nepali Parliament, visited the Gujarat Legislative Assembly on Thursday as part of their ongoing tour of the state, which will last until August 5.

The delegation received a warm welcome from Gujarat Assembly Speaker Shankar Chaudhary, who underscored the long-standing cultural and spiritual connections between India and Nepal. The discussions during the visit focused on their mutual democratic values, traditions, and the increasing cooperation between the two countries.

In his address, Speaker Chaudhary stated, “Since the era of the then Chief Minister and current Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Gujarat has experienced continuous and transformative growth. From rapid industrialization to successful initiatives like the Vibrant Gujarat Summits and rural development projects like the Narmada Dam -- Gujarat’s development story has become a national model.”

He also highlighted Gujarat’s accomplishments in social sectors, mentioning cooperative success stories such as Amul, advancements in education through institutions like NFSU, PDEU, and Children’s University, along with the positive impacts of initiatives like Beti Bachao, literacy drives, and the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.

The delegation was informed about the NeVA (National e-Vidhan Application) service centre, the assembly’s paperless operations, and the facilities available to ministers and MLAs. They received insights into seating arrangements for legislators, the press, VIPs, and the public.

Nepali Parliamentarian Rajendra Prasad Pandey expressed admiration for Gujarat’s digital legislative practices and commitment to democratic transparency. “We were truly impressed with the technology-driven approach of the Assembly. Speaker Chaudhary’s comprehensive explanation of India’s parliamentary system and the Gujarat development model was enlightening,” he remarked.

Pandey guided the delegation through various operational aspects of the House, emphasizing Gujarat’s paperless governance model and citizen-friendly initiatives. This visit is backed by the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India. During their stay, the delegation will explore significant sites, including the Sabarmati Ashram, Statue of Unity in Ekta Nagar, Amul Dairy, Somnath, and Dwarka.