Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Aids Togo's Transition to Parliamentary Democracy

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla met with a delegation from Togo and expressed hope that Togo's new constitutional changes would strengthen its Parliament. Birla highlighted India's own parliamentary journey and pledged India's support for Togo. The transition from a presidential to a parliamentary system in Togo was also discussed.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Friday welcomed a delegation from Togo, expressing optimism that the constitutional reforms underway in the African nation would enhance the powers of its Parliament.

The Togo delegation, comprising ministers, parliamentarians, judges, and advisors, convened with Birla at the Parliament House. Birla reaffirmed India's commitment to supporting Togo in its democratic journey.

Birla emphasized India's extensive experience in forming a parliamentary democracy and drafting its Constitution in 1947, incorporating best practices from global constitutions. He underscored the importance of a parliamentary system where citizen aspirations are reflected, and collective solutions are found for societal issues.

(With inputs from agencies.)