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India is sending two parliamentary delegations to the UN General Assembly, reviving a diplomatic tradition after a 19-year gap. The first group of 15 MPs, led by BJP's P P Chaudhary, will participate in UN sessions from October 8-14. This move signifies India's commitment to strengthening its international legislative engagement. The delegation provides MPs a platform to represent India's democratic values on a global stage.

Key Points: India Revives UNGA Parliamentary Delegation Tradition

  • BJP MP P P Chaudhary leads first 15-member UNGA delegation
  • Delegations will engage in UN sessions from October 8-14
  • Restoring parliamentary diplomatic tradition interrupted since 2004
  • Represents India's growing global diplomatic engagement
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Reviving long-lost practice, India to send two parliamentary delegations to UNGA

India sends two parliamentary groups to UN General Assembly, marking a significant return to international legislative diplomacy after 19 years.

"The participation of the delegations showcases India's renewed commitment to parliamentary diplomacy - Official Statement"

New Delhi, Oct 6

Two groups of Indian parliamentarians will head to New York in the coming days as part of the country's Non-Official Delegation to the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). This follows the decision taken by the government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to revive the longstanding tradition of sending parliamentary delegations to the UNGA, allowing Members of Parliament (MPs) to contribute to international discourse.

BJP MP and Chairperson of the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on 'One Nation One Election', P P Chaudhary will lead the first of the two groups which will comprise of 15 MPs each. The first group will be in New York from October 8-14 while the second batch of MPs will travel towards the end of the month.

The participation of the delegations showcases India's renewed commitment to parliamentary diplomacy, ensuring that legislators once again have a presence in shaping conversations at the world's premier multilateral forum.

The Non-Official Delegation provides MPs with a platform to engage in UN sessions, interact with India's Permanent Mission, and represent India's democratic ethos abroad. It also shows India's growing global stature and the valuable contributions it has made to the UN.

The first group of the Non-Official Delegation includes P P Chaudhary (Leader), Anil Baluni, Captain Brijesh Chowta, Nishikant Dubey, Ujjwal Deorao Nikam, S Phangnon Konyak, Medha Vishram Kulkarni, Poonam Ben Maadam, Vamsi Krishna Gaddam, Vivek Tankha, T Sumathy, Sribharat Mathukumilli, Kumari Selja, NK Premachandran and Rajeev Rai.

The UNGA is the central deliberative, policymaking, and representative organ of the UN, where all 193 member states have an equal voice. It remains the only body in which every member country is represented at all times. Its main functions include debating global issues, passing resolutions, and creating subsidiary agencies to address specific challenges.

India had a longstanding tradition of sending parliamentary delegations to the UNGA, allowing MPs to contribute to international discourse. However, this was interrupted in 2004.

Earlier, many senior leaders had represented India at the UNGA - L K Advani in 2012 and Atal Bihari Vajpayee, who was sent year after year by successive governments even before he became Prime Minister. The revival of non-official delegations under P P Chaudhary's leadership signals India's intention to restore that lost practice and strengthen parliamentary participation in international diplomacy.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Finally reviving this tradition after 20 years! Our MPs should learn from other countries' parliamentary practices and bring back good ideas. But I hope this isn't just a foreign trip - they should share their experiences with the public when they return.
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David E
As someone who follows international relations, this is a strategic move by India. Parliamentary diplomacy adds another dimension to foreign policy. The diverse composition of the delegation shows India's federal character.
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Ananya R
Good initiative, but I hope they focus on real issues like climate change, women's empowerment, and sustainable development. Our MPs should showcase India's progress in these areas rather than just political talking points.
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Nikhil C
While I appreciate the revival of this practice, I'm concerned about the cost to taxpayers. 30 MPs going to New York - that's quite expensive. Hope there's transparency about the expenditure and concrete outcomes from these visits.
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Sarah B
The inclusion of MPs from different parties and regions is commendable. This shows India's democratic strength. Looking forward to seeing how they represent our country's interests on the world stage! ✨

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