Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla inaugurated the first National Conference of Urban Local Body (ULB) chairpersons from states and union territories in Manesar, Haryana.

The event aims to strengthen democratic governance and promote innovation in urban administration as part of the “Developed India 2047” vision.

Key Points:

• The two-day conference began on July 3, 2025, at the ICAT campus in Manesar, with participation from ULB representatives across India.
• The theme of the event is “Strengthening Constitutional Democracy and Role of ULBs in Nation Building.”
• Dignitaries present included Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, Union Housing Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, and other key state and national leaders.
• The event featured sessions on urban innovation, citizen services, women empowerment, inclusive governance, and best practices from cities like Indore, Pune, Bhubaneswar, and Coimbatore.
• The conference concludes on July 4, with closing remarks from Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh and Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatraya, aligning urban governance with the “Viksit Bharat 2047” roadmap.