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Delhi Speaker Urges Youth: Learn Politics from Sports, Serve Nation First

Delhi Legislative Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta addressed the 15th Indian Student Parliament in Pune, urging young leaders to draw lessons from sports for political life. He emphasised that true victory in politics belongs to the people, not individuals, just as team success defines sports. Gupta highlighted that values like discipline, teamwork, and sportsmanship are crucial for strengthening democratic institutions and achieving the vision of a developed India by 2047. He called on youth to engage in governance with integrity, use technology for transparency, and view setbacks as opportunities for growth.

Key Points: Delhi Speaker on Politics Learning from Sports for Nation Building

  • Public service over personal victory
  • Sports values strengthen democracy
  • Youth key for 2047 developed India vision
  • Treat opponents as competitors, not enemies
  • Use tech for transparent governance
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Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta urges student parliamentarians to prioritise public service

Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta tells student parliamentarians to prioritise public service, drawing lessons from sportsmanship for political life.

"A captain is tested during difficult times; similarly, a leader's true character is revealed during national challenges. - Vijender Gupta"

Pune, Feb 21

Delhi Legislative Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Saturday urged student parliamentarians to prioritise public service and uphold discipline, teamwork, and integrity in political life.

Delivering the inaugural address at the 15th Indian Student Parliament (Bharatiya Chhatra Sansad) in Pune, Gupta said that while victory in sports belongs to a team, in politics the true victory must belong to the people.

Speaking on the theme "From Stadium to Statesmanship: What Can Politics Learn from Sports?", he said the playing field serves as an important training ground for leadership and public life.

He said that just as athletes dedicate themselves to bringing honour to the nation, public representatives must work with similar commitment and selflessness to uphold the country's dignity.

Gupta noted that the values of discipline, teamwork, and sportsmanship can strengthen democratic institutions and enhance political functioning.

He said that in a democracy, the Constitution serves as the guiding framework, much like the rulebook in sports, ensuring fairness and accountability.

He also urged young leaders to treat political opponents as competitors rather than adversaries and emphasised the importance of respecting democratic outcomes.

"A captain is tested during difficult times; similarly, a leader's true character is revealed during national challenges," Gupta said.

Referring to India's long-term development vision, he said the goal of building a developed nation by 2047 could be achieved with active participation of youth in governance and nation-building.

He said a strong political culture requires merit, transparency, and dedication, and called upon young leaders to contribute positively to public life.

Gupta also emphasised the role of technology and innovation in governance, stating that digital tools can help improve transparency and delivery of public services.

He encouraged students to view setbacks as learning opportunities and continue striving towards excellence.

He also appreciated the Bharatiya Chhatra Sansad initiative for providing a platform for young people to engage in democratic processes and develop leadership skills.

Gupta said that leaders must focus on serving the nation and its people to strengthen India's position globally.

- IANS

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Priya S
Respectfully, while the ideals are noble, the reality of our politics is far from this sportsmanship. How many of our current leaders actually treat opponents as competitors and not enemies? The youth will learn more from actions than speeches.
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Rohit P
"True victory must belong to the people" – what a powerful line! If every politician internalized this, India would be unstoppable. Glad to see focus on 2047 vision. Our generation has a big role to play.
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Sarah B
As an educator, I appreciate the emphasis on discipline and integrity. Platforms like Bharatiya Chhatra Sansad are crucial for nurturing future leaders. The digital governance point is also very relevant for modern India.
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Vikram M
Good thoughts, but implementation is key. We hear such speeches often. I hope the students who attended take this to heart and bring actual change. Our democracy needs fresh blood with old-school values.
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Kavya N
Absolutely! The spirit of teamwork from sports is exactly what our parliamentary proceedings need. Less disruption, more constructive debate. Proud that Pune is hosting such events. 👏

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