Emphasizing the broader constitutional duties of the legislature, Gujarat Legislative Assembly Speaker Shankar Chaudhary highlighted that besides law-making and budget approval, the Assembly ensures government accountability. Chaudhary, addressing students from Gujarat and Assam at a Youth Immersion Programme, stated that the Assembly’s role extends to overseeing the government’s performance. He emphasized that despite ideological differences, both ruling and opposition parties aim for public welfare.
The Youth Immersion Programme, chaired by Speaker Chaudhary and attended by Assam Legislative Assembly Speaker Biswajit Daimary and Gujarat Education Minister Dr. Pradyuman Vaja, aimed to familiarize students with democratic institutions and values. Students from various universities engaged in discussions on “Developed States, Developed India” and watched a documentary on India’s development under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Chaudhary stressed the correlation between rights and responsibilities, highlighting the importance of fundamental duties alongside rights.
Chaudhary praised Gujarat’s progress, attributing it to Narendra Modi’s leadership, citing initiatives like planned electricity and water supply in districts such as Banaskantha. He mentioned projects like the Statue of Unity and the Sabarmati Riverfront as significant milestones. Speaker Daimary emphasized the historical ties between Gujarat and Assam, mentioning cultural connections and strengthening relationships under PM Modi’s leadership.
Encouraging students to consider political leadership alongside professional careers, Daimary stressed the role of education in understanding and solving national issues. Education Minister Vaja underscored the program’s goal of promoting democratic values exchange between Gujarat and Assam’s students. He highlighted the importance of parliamentary processes and constitutional values for youth in strengthening India’s democracy.
