Chandigarh, June 6
The upcoming Zone-II Conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) India Region will reflect Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call for prudent use of resources and reduction in fuel consumption. Haryana Vidhan Sabha Speaker Harvinder Kalyan, who is hosting the conference, has directed all nodal officers associated with the event to prioritize frugality, environmental sustainability, and efficient management while ensuring that no unnecessary expenditure is incurred during the conference.
In line with this vision, transportation arrangements for all delegates and officials attending the conference have been made through electric buses. The initiative is expected to reduce the consumption of petroleum fuels while also bringing down transportation costs through the use of larger, shared vehicles. The Haryana Vidhan Sabha Secretariat has arranged six modern e-buses for the movement of delegates. The three-day conference will be hosted by the Haryana Vidhan Sabha in Chandigarh from June 8 to 10.
According to the schedule, six electric buses operated by the Haryana Transport Department will commence services on the morning of June 8 from the Haryana and Punjab MLA Hostels as well as other accommodation venues of the delegates. All delegates will be transported to Haryana Lok Bhawan by 12 noon, where a luncheon will be hosted in their honour by Haryana Governor Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh. During the programme, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will also hold a brief interaction with the Presiding Officers.
Thereafter, at 2 p.m., all delegates will travel by e-buses to the Haryana Vidhan Sabha to participate in the inaugural session of the conference. Prior to the inauguration, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will be accorded a Guard of Honour at the Ceremonial Gate, followed by a group photograph of all delegates.
After the inaugural session, the delegates will be taken by e-buses to Tagore Theatre in Sector 18, Chandigarh, where a special theatrical presentation based on constitutional values and democratic traditions will be staged. Throughout the day, transportation for all official engagements will be provided exclusively through e-buses, and the delegates will be dropped back at their respective accommodation venues in the same manner.
Speaking on the initiative, Haryana Vidhan Sabha Speaker Harvinder Kalyan said that the conference would not only serve as a platform for parliamentary deliberations but would also set an example in environmental conservation, energy efficiency, and responsible use of public resources. He added that the arrangements represent a meaningful step towards realizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of development coupled with environmental protection, resource conservation, and good governance.
