The Indian delegation led by Shri Harivansh will participate in various meetings, panel discussions, and workshops at the 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in Tanzania from October 5th to 9th.
The Indian Parliamentary Delegation, led by the Hon’ble Deputy Chairman, Rajya Sabha, Shri Harivansh, has departed for Arusha, United Republic of Tanzania on October 3rd, 2026. The delegation will participate in the 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and related meetings being held from October 5th to 9th. The IPU Assembly aims to discuss the theme ‘Enhancing good governance and empowering communities through inclusivity, trust and opportunities for all.’
The Indian delegation comprises Shri Harivansh, Hon’ble Deputy Chairman, Rajya Sabha (Leader of the Delegation); Shri Anurag Singh Thakur, MP, Lok Sabha; Smt. Aparajita Sarangi, MP, Lok Sabha; Dr. Sasmit Patra, MP, Rajya Sabha; Dr. Sanjay Jaiswal, MP, Lok Sabha; Smt. Kamaljeet Sehrawat, MP, Lok Sabha; Dr. Lata Wankhede, MP, Lok Sabha; Smt. Bijuli Kalita Medhi, MP, Lok Sabha; and Shri N. K. Premachandran, MP, Lok Sabha.
Shri Harivansh will participate in the Governing Council, the General Debate, the debate on the emergency item and the hearing with candidates for the position of IPU President. Members of the Indian delegation will participate in discussions on democracy and human rights, peace and international security, sustainable development, women’s participation, science and technology, counter-terrorism, health, mental health, critical minerals, artificial intelligence and the future of work, maritime security, climate change and protection of mountain and ocean ecosystems, among other subjects.
The participation of the Indian Parliamentary Delegation reflects India's continued engagement with the IPU and its commitment to parliamentary diplomacy, multilateral dialogue and cooperation among parliaments on issues affecting global peace, development, democracy and the empowerment of communities.
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