How young public representatives are not only the leaders of the future – but powerful changemakers today. They play a critical role in advancing inclusive democratic system and addressing the challenges...with this notion, a gathering of bright minds and burgeoning intellects is going to start at the State legislative Assembly from Monday. The two-day conference of young legislators from three states—Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan—belonging to Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (India Region 6) is being organised at Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly on March 30–31, 2026. Bringing together young MLAs from these three states, this conference, focusing on the role of youth in democracy and a “Developed India 2047,” will feature about 67 legislators under the age of 45. Discussions will cover Parliamentary procedures, language style, behaviour and ground-level issues, featuring input from experienced senior MLAs. A day ahead of formal inauguration of this powerful gathering, on Sunday, host Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly’s Speaker Narendra Singh Tomar, reviewed preparations for the event and issued directives to the officials concerned to ensure that the program is conducted successfully and smoothly. He was accompanied by Principal Secretary of Legislative Assembly, Arvind Sharma and other officials including Narendra Mishra were also present on the occasion.

 

The Speaker stated that the primary objective of this gathering is to strengthen democracy and to deliberate upon the role of young elected representatives. The conference will feature detailed discussions regarding the participation and responsibilities of the youth within a democratic framework. It is a matter of pride that such a conference for young legislators is being hosted in Madhya Pradesh. Elaborating more on this, he informed a total of five sessions will be conducted during the conference, comprising three sessions on the first day and two on the second. The conference will be attended by 37 legislators from Madhya Pradesh, 13 from Rajasthan, and 13 from Chhattisgarh—all of whom are under the age of 45.

 

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav, Madhya Pradesh Assembly Speaker Narendra Singh Tomar, and Rajasthan Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani. On the first day of the conference, deliberations will focus on the theme: “The Role of Young Legislators in Strengthening Democracy and Citizen Participation.” On March 31, the second day of the conference, a deliberation will be held on the theme ‘Viksit Bharat 2047: Responsibilities and Challenges for Young Legislators.’ On this day, in addition to other sessions, Dr. Rahul V. Karad, Chairman of MIT Pune, will deliver an address. Harivansh, Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, will be present at the closing ceremony. Kailash Vijayvargiya, Minister for Parliamentary Affairs of Madhya Pradesh, and Umang Singhar, Leader of the Opposition, will attend the event as distinguished guests.