The upcoming Zone-II Conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) India Region, scheduled to be held in Chandigarh from June 8 to 10, will place a strong emphasis on frugality and environmental sustainability. In a significant move to reduce fuel consumption, all delegates will be transported exclusively in electric buses throughout the event.
Inspired by PM Modi's Vision
Inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's emphasis on prudent resource use and environmental conservation, Haryana Vidhan Sabha Speaker Harvinder Kalyan has directed officials to ensure minimal and efficient expenditure during the conference. To this end, six electric buses have been deployed to ferry delegates between various venues.
Detailed Schedule of the Conference
According to the schedule, delegates will first be transported from the Haryana and Punjab MLA Hostels and other accommodations to Haryana Lok Bhawan in the morning. There, a luncheon will be hosted by Haryana Governor Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh. During this engagement, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla is expected to hold brief interactions with presiding officers.
Later in the day, delegates will travel by electric buses to the Haryana Vidhan Sabha for the inaugural session. The session will include a ceremonial guard of honour for the Lok Sabha Speaker, followed by a group photograph. After the session, participants will proceed to Tagore Theatre for a cultural programme highlighting constitutional values and democratic traditions.
Commitment to Environmental Responsibility
Throughout the event, the Haryana Vidhan Sabha Secretariat has ensured that all official transportation will be handled exclusively through electric buses, with movement coordinated between key venues, including Haryana Lok Bhawan. Speaker Harvinder Kalyan stated that the arrangements aim to demonstrate how parliamentary events can combine governance with environmental responsibility. He added that the initiative reflects an effort to align administrative practices with broader goals of energy efficiency, sustainable development, and responsible public spending.
This eco-friendly approach is expected to set a precedent for future parliamentary conferences, showcasing how large-scale events can minimize their carbon footprint while maintaining efficiency and decorum.
