Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Monday emphasised the critical role of legislative institutions in a vibrant democracy and encouraged the young leaders to pursue public life rooted in integrity and service. The Speaker made this appeal while interacting with a youth delegation of 45 from across India, currently on the National Governance Tour 2025. Comprising students from IITs, IIMs, NLUs, and other premier institutions representing all 28 states, the delegation engaged in an insightful dialogue with Gupta on the theme Strengthening Legislative Transparency and Accountability in Urban Governance. He appreciated the delegations extensive research on good governance and legislative reforms, and welcomed their insights during a dynamic 20-minute interactive session. Gupta said This Assembly belongs to the people. Your active participation and inquisitive spirit reflect the strength of Indias democratic future. He highlighted several ongoing reforms and progressive initiatives underway in the Delhi Legislative Assembly. Gupta  informed the delegation that the Assembly has recently adopted the Central Governments Audit Para Monitoring System (APMS) to enable real-time tracking of audit paragraphs raised by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG). This move marks a significant step toward ensuring enhanced institutional transparency and accountability in the functioning of the legislature. The Speaker further shared that a 500 kW solar power plant is being installed within the Assembly complex. The project, expected to become operational by July, will eliminate an annual electricity expenditure of nearly Rs two crore. Gupta stated that this initiative reflects the Assemblys commitment to both environmental sustainability and fiscal prudence. The Speaker also acquainted the students with significant milestones in Indias legislative history. He recalled the passage of the Rowlatt Act on March 18, 1919, in Delhi, noting that Mahatma Gandhi was present in the visitors gallery during the debate and later addressed the public outside the Assembly building. Gupta reflected that this moment remains symbolic of the deep-rooted tradition of civil resistance and public participation in Indias democratic journey.

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