Archive · 20 Nov 2025
40 Foreign Delegates Visit Odisha Assembly for International Exchange
Some foreign guests came to Odisha's parliament to learn about how it works and share their own experiences.
They talked about many things and learned about the good things Odisha's parliament is doing, like using computers instead of paper.
An important member of India's parliament also told them about special Indian rules.
40 foreign delegates from 12 countries visited Odisha Assembly
Delegates exchanged parliamentary experiences with Speaker Surama Padhy
Discussions held on various topics to foster international collaboration
Odisha Assembly Speaker highlighted best parliamentary practices and digitization efforts
Rajya Sabha member Sujit Kumar shared Indian parliamentary traditions
- Who
- 40 foreign delegates, Odisha Assembly Speaker Surama Padhy, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Mukesh Mahaling, Rajya Sabha member Sujit Kumar
- What
- visited Odisha Assembly for international parliamentary exchange
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- Odisha Assembly, Bhubaneswar
- Why
- To learn, share experiences, and strengthen global parliamentary connections
- Programme
- 37th International Parliamentary Internship Programme 2025
- Host
- Parliamentary Research and Training Institute for Democracies (PRIDE)
- Duration of Odisha Assembly Sessions
- 62 days in the first year of the 17th Legislative Assembly
- Odisha Assembly's Effort
- Transitioning to a paperless environment