86th All India Presiding Officers Conference Inaugurated in Lucknow

Presiding Officers Convene in Lucknow to Deliberate on Legislative Strengthening

The  86th All India Presiding Officers Conference (AIPOC)  commenced today at the  Uttar Pradesh Vidhan Sabha in Lucknow , assembling presiding officers and senior legislative officials from across the nation. This premier national forum serves as a critical platform for deliberations aimed at  reinforcing parliamentary democracy  and enhancing the efficacy of legislative functioning in India.

Inauguration by Lok Sabha Speaker
The inaugural session was addressed by  Lok Sabha Speaker, Shri Om Birla . The  Welcome Address  was delivered by  Shri Satish Mahana, Speaker of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly . The event also featured addresses by  Shri Harivansh, Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha , and  Shri Mata Prasad Pandey, Leader of the Opposition in the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly . The conference witnessed the attendance of Uttar Pradesh ministers, state legislators, and other dignitaries.

Focus on Procedure, Governance, and Modern Challenges
During the conference, presiding officers, legislative secretaries, and experts are engaging in extensive discussions on  legislative procedures, parliamentary traditions, and conduct of business . The deliberations are centered on fostering  consistency, decorum, and effectiveness  across all legislatures, addressing contemporary challenges to good governance.

Thematic Discussions for a Modern Legislature
Spanning three days, the conference will focus on pivotal themes:

• Leveraging  technology for transparent and citizen-centric  legislative processes.

• Capacity building of legislators  to enhance their efficiency and strengthen democratic governance.

• Reinforcing the  accountability of legislatures  to the public.
  These themes reflect the evolving demands on legislative institutions in a digitally advanced and participatory democracy.

Valedictory and Expected Outcomes
The conference will conclude on  January 21, 2026 , with the  valedictory address to be delivered by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla . The insights and resolutions from the discussions are expected to contribute significantly to  strengthening democratic governance and legislative institutions  throughout the country.

Exam-Focused Important Facts:

• Conference:   86th All India Presiding Officers Conference (AIPOC) .

• Venue:   Uttar Pradesh Vidhan Sabha, Lucknow .

• Key Dignitary:  Inaugural address by  Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla .

• Themes:  Focus on  technology in legislature  and  capacity building of legislators .

• Significance:  A national forum for  Presiding Officers of Parliament and State Legislatures  to discuss procedural and governance issues.