Speaker to address inaugural session of 15th Indian Student Parliament
Delhi Legislative Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta will address the inaugural session of the 15th Indian Student Parliament in Pune on February 21. The session will focus on the theme, “From Stadium to Statesmanship: What Can Politics Learn from Sports?”
The Delhi Assembly Secretariat issued a press release on Friday stating that Gupta will deliver the keynote address at the opening session of the national youth forum. The event will bring together students from across the country to discuss leadership, governance and public life.
According to the release, Gupta’s address will explore the connection between sportsmanship and democratic leadership. He will speak about how values seen on the playing field can strengthen public institutions. The session will be followed by an interactive question-and-answer round with youth participants.
The theme of the session highlights qualities such as teamwork, discipline, resilience and respect for rules. The Speaker is expected to underline that these values are equally important in politics and governance. The discussion will examine how ethical conduct and collective responsibility can improve the functioning of democratic systems.
The event will also be attended by several prominent personalities. These include Lok Sabha Member of Parliament Anurag Singh Thakur, noted scientist and FRS awardee Dr RA Mashelkar, and senior journalist and author Rajdeep Sardesai. Other dignitaries from different fields are also expected to participate.
The press release stated that Gupta will emphasise merit over manipulation and purpose over personal gain in public life. He is expected to call for unity over division and encourage young people to uphold honesty and integrity.
The Speaker will draw parallels between the discipline required in sports and the standards expected in legislatures.
