Chandigarh, Sept 26 – Haryana Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini said that legislative drafting is not merely a technical exercise, but a powerful means to strengthen democracy, making it more effective and closer to the people. He said that clear and well-framed laws are the true strength of any democratic system. While drafting legislation, it is equally important to keep in mind future challenges and technological advancements.
The Chief Minister was speaking at a two-day training programme on legislative drafting and capacity building, organized by the Haryana Legislative Assembly in collaboration with the Institute of Constitutional and Parliamentary Studies, Lok Sabha, at the Mahatma Gandhi State Institute of Public Administration, Sector 26, Chandigarh.
The workshop was inaugurated by Lok Sabha Speaker, Om Birla. Haryana Assembly Speaker, Harvinder Kalyan, Karnataka Assembly Speaker, U.T. Khader Farid, and Haryana Assembly Deputy Speaker, Dr. Krishan Lal Middha, were present on the occasion.
Nayab Singh Saini said that this is not merely a training programme, but an effort to simplify, strengthen, and make democratic traditions more vibrant and relevant to the needs of the present times. He added that India’s democracy, the largest in the world, draws its strength not only from the electoral process, but also from the clarity, effectiveness, and people-centric nature of its laws. The legislature is the backbone of democracy, and its true power lies in the laws it enacts. You are the ones who draft these laws, and therefore it is vital to remain familiar with contemporary realities and technological progress, he added.
Highlighting the complexity of legislative drafting, the Chief Minister stated that it requires balancing the spirit of the Constitution, the directions of the judiciary, the needs of the executive, and, above all, the aspirations of the people. He underlined that good legislative drafting must always take into account the interests of every section of society.
Every law should embody social justice, equality, and inclusiveness – CM
The Chief Minister said that in today’s rapidly changing society, the digital age has introduced new dimensions to governance and administration. Therefore, modernity and innovation are essential in legislative drafting. He added that the Assembly is not merely a platform for debate and discussion, but also a living symbol of the people’s aspirations and expectations. He said that the responsibility entrusted by the Constitution is sacred, and every law enacted in the Assembly must embody its true spirit. Social justice, equality, and inclusiveness must form the foundation of every bill, he said.
Haryana Legislative Assembly consistently advancing transparency and efficiency in its functioning
Nayab Singh Saini said that Haryana has always upheld the democratic values of the nation. The State Assembly has consistently taken new initiatives to enhance transparency and efficiency in its functioning. Today, the Haryana Assembly is regarded as one of the leading Assembly in the country in the fields of e-legislation, digitization, and transparency. This training programme on legislative drafting is yet another significant step in that direction.
He further said that the training is of immense importance for all officials, as they form the vital link between policy and law. It is through their efforts that a bill is drafted in clear, coherent language and presented before the House. This is not merely a technical responsibility, but also a constitutional duty. “Your pen ensures that the laws enacted are not only fair and just, but also resonate with the aspirations of the people. Therefore, treat this training not simply as a programme, but as an opportunity for public service,” he added.
India’s legislative processes emerging as a model on the international stage
The Chief Minister said that under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi, the world today recognizes India as the largest and most vibrant democracy. India’s legislative and administrative processes are increasingly setting benchmarks on international platforms. In this context, the responsibility to raise the standards of legislative drafting has become even greater. He added that today’s training programme is an important step in this direction. Here, participants will not only gain insights into the technical aspects of drafting, but also learn about legal, ethical, and constitutional principles, along with the application of emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence.
He said that the goal of the Haryana Government is to establish a governance model that is transparent, accountable, and efficient. To realize this vision, the state needs officers and employees who are well-versed in the lawmaking process. The strong and clear laws official draft will form the foundation of a progressive and developed Haryana, he added.
Chief Secretary, Anurag Rastogi, Secretary General of the Lok Sabha, Utpal Kumar Singh, along with officers and employees of the Haryana Legislative Assembly were present on the occasion.
