Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has issued a clarion call to the youth and the entrepreneurial community of India, urging them to shift their mindset from being job seekers to becoming job creators. Speaking at a national conference centered on the theme of Maheshwari Samaj and Viksit Bharat 2047 held in New Delhi, the Speaker articulated a vision where the nation's progress is driven by its citizens. He emphasized that the monumental goal of achieving a developed India by the year 2047 isn't a task that can be accomplished by government initiatives alone. Instead, it necessitates a powerful synergy of public participation, cutting-edge innovation, strong entrepreneurship, and a unified collective resolve from every section of society. He encouraged the youth to take the reins of the country's development journey, ensuring that India remains on a path of sustainable growth.
Innovation and Technology as Pillars of Growth
In his comprehensive address, Om Birla underscored the intrinsic link between entrepreneurship and nation-building. He argued that these two elements must advance in tandem to ensure that the fruits of economic progress reach the last person in the social hierarchy, thereby fulfilling the promise of inclusive growth. The Speaker identified inclusive development, social responsibility, and proactive public engagement as the fundamental pillars of a developed nation. He specifically exhorted the younger generation to immerse themselves in Artificial Intelligence (AI), innovation, and other emerging technologies. According to Birla, the global landscape is rapidly shifting toward a knowledge and technology-based economy, and India's ability to lead in these sectors will determine its standing in 2047. He urged the youth to be at the forefront of this technological revolution.
The Contribution of Maheshwari Samaj
The Lok Sabha Speaker took the opportunity to recognize the Maheshwari Samaj as a vital force in India's socio-economic fabric. He praised the community for its historical and ongoing contributions to nation-building, which are rooted in a deep sense of service, ethical business practices, and a tradition of philanthropy. The Speaker highlighted the commendable work done by the community's institutions in critical sectors such as education, healthcare, public service, and social welfare. By fostering entrepreneurship, the Maheshwari Samaj has played a key role in generating employment and strengthening local economies across various regions. K. Maheshwari, citing them as examples of excellence and dedication to the nation's progress.
CPA India Region Conference in Chandigarh
Parallel to the discussions in New Delhi, the focus on the 2047 vision continues with the second conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) India Region Zone-II, which is scheduled to commence in Chandigarh this Monday. This two-day conference will explore into the specific roles that legislatures and public representatives must play to facilitate the goal of Viksit Bharat 2047. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will lead the proceedings by inaugurating the conference at the Haryana Legislative Assembly. The event is expected to be a significant gathering of political leadership, featuring presiding officers, Members of Parliament (MPs), Members of Legislative Assemblies (MLAs), and other key representatives from across the region.
Collaborative Deliberations for a Developed India
The inaugural session of the Chandigarh conference will see participation from a host of distinguished leaders, while haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh, Haryana Assembly Speaker Harvinder Kalyan, and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Mahipal Dhanda are all slated to address the gathering. The conference will bring together representatives from Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi to deliberate on legislative strategies for national development, while the primary objective of this two-day meet is to create a roadmap for how elected officials can better serve their constituencies while aligning with the broader national objective of becoming a developed nation by 2047. The discussions will emphasize the importance of legislative efficiency and the active involvement of representatives in grassroots development.