India’s parliamentary system draws strength from tradition of debate, dissent: Harivansh

**EDS: THIRD PARTY IMAGE** In this image posted on Jan. 15, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh Narayan Singh and others during the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of Commonwealth Countries (CSPOC), at the Parliament House Complex, in New Delhi. (@NarendraModi/YT via PTI Photo) (PTI01_15_2026_000054B)

New Delhi, Jan 15 (PTI) Rajya Sabha Deputy Chair Harivansh on Thursday asserted that Indian parliamentary system draws its strength from the age-old tradition of dialogue, debate and dissent — values which are central to a true democracy.

Addressing the conference of speakers and presiding officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC) in the iconic Central Hall of old Parliament Building (Samvidhan Sadan) here, he said representative and deliberative bodies have existed and flourished in India for millenniums.

Harivansh said the presence of delegates from across the globe reflects India’s philosophy that the world is one family.

He said the meet is an opportunity to collectively reflect upon evolving challenges and exchange best practices.

Harivansh reminded that presiding officers have the responsibility to uphold the dignity of legislatures, ensuring fairness in proceedings and safeguarding democratic norms. PTI NAB NAB SKY SKY

Category: Breaking News

SEO Tags: #swadesi, #News, India’s parliamentary system draws strength from tradition of debate, dissent: Harivansh