Chandigarh June 28: Haryana Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini said that the Youth Mock Parliament is not merely a program, but a celebration of democracy and a living laboratory for policy-making. He urged the youth to send a clear message to the nation through this platform that safeguarding democracy is our highest priority.
Addressing the youth at the Youth Mock Parliament held in Gurugram today, the Chief Minister emphasized that the event is not just an academic exercise, but also a meaningful occasion to observe Samvidhan Hatya Diwas and reflect on the dark chapter of the Emergency, a time that attempted to crush the very soul of democracy.
Gurugram has always embodied innovation and aspiration
The Chief Minister said that this program, organized on the land of Gurugram, is not only a reflection of the bright future of the youth but also a commendable example of democracy in action. He praised Gurugram, the sacred land of Guru Dronacharya and a city known as the Millennium City for consistently upholding the spirit of innovation and aspiration. Today’s event, he added, further strengthens the identity and significance of this city.
He went on to say that seeing such energetic and enthusiastic youth reinforces the resolve to build a Viksit Bharat and Viksit Haryana. He expressed confidence that this generation, in the era of Amrit kaal, will lead the nation toward achieving the vision of a developed India by 2047. The Youth Mock Parliament, he said, will serve as a milestone on that journey.
Every word spoken in Parliament, every law passed, impacts the life of the last citizen
Sh Nayab Singh Saini urged the youth not to view Parliament merely as a building, but as the embodiment of the hopes and aspirations of 140 crore citizens. He emphasized that every word spoken in Parliament and every law enacted has a direct impact on the life of the last person in the country. He added that the purpose of the Youth Mock Parliament is not just to replicate parliamentary procedures, but to internalize the spirit that makes Indian democracy truly unique.
Youth should speak with in-depth knowledge and back their views with facts and figures
The Chief Minister encouraged the youth to study thoroughly before speaking on any topic and to present their views based on facts and figures. He emphasized that when supporting any government policy, they should explain the reasoning behind it and its far-reaching impact. He stated that while opposition is a fundamental right in a democracy, it should not be opposition merely for the sake of opposition. Instead, constructive criticism accompanied by solutions and alternatives is the true strength of democracy. He clarified that democracy requires opposition, but not obstruction.
India emerges as a key partner in solving global challenges
Praising the leadership of Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi, the Chief Minister said that India is no longer a nation that asks for help from the world; today, it has become a key partner in solving global challenges. He highlighted that India is now emerging as a global leader in areas such as defense, digital technology, startups, green energy, space technology, artificial intelligence, and the semiconductor mission.
Youth should pledge to strengthen the spirit of Ek Bharat – Shreshtha Bharat
Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini urged the youth to draw inspiration from the Youth Mock Parliament and adopt four important resolutions in their lives. He encouraged them to conduct in-depth study on at least one pressing issue facing the country and actively raise awareness in society to find solutions. He advised the youth to avoid shortcuts in life, reject the politics of nepotism and corruption, and strengthen the spirit of Ek Bharat – Shreshtha Bharat.
That was not an Emergency, but an era of injustice; today’s opposition pretends to be democracy’s protector –Sh Gaurav Gautam
Minister of State for Sports Sh Gaurav Gautam said that calling the Emergency imposed in 1975 merely an “emergency” would be an understatement of the cruelty of that period. In reality, it was an era of injustice when the Constitution, freedom of expression, and the rights of ordinary citizens were brutally suppressed. He added that when an elected representative takes the path of dictatorship and disregards the Constitution in the intoxication of power, the Emergency stands as the starkest example of the damage inflicted on democracy.
On this occasion, Industry and Commerce Minister Rao Narbir Singh, BJP State President Sh Mohan Lal Kaushik, MLAs Sh Mukesh Sharma, Sh Tejpal Tanwar, Smt Bimla Chaudhary, and other dignitaries were also present.
