“Transparency in decision-making fosters public trust, while inclusivity ensures that every voice — especially those on the margins of society — is heard and respected,” Birla said, adding that together these principles “sustain the legitimacy of democratic institutions and strengthen the enduring bond between the citizen and the state.”
The Conference will be chaired by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and will witness the participation of 61 Speakers and Presiding Officers representing 42 Commonwealth countries, along with four semi-autonomous parliaments from across the globe.
Founded in 1995, International IDEA is a renowned intergovernmental organisation dedicated to strengthening democratic institutions worldwide.
Highlighting the role of youth in nation-building, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Friday said that the responsibility of strengthening the democratic institutions lies with them.
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