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In a landmark step towards digital innovation, the Odisha Legislative Assembly is poised to become paperless. Lawmakers will now utilise tablets to conduct their legislative duties, replacing traditional paper documents during the Budget Session starting February 13.
According to sources, this initiative aims to modernise proceedings and improve efficiency within the assembly.
All 147 seats in the assembly have been installed with tablets to support this transition. Legislators will conduct question-and-answer sessions as well as proposals through digital platforms, sources informed.
Meanwhile, an all-party meeting has been held ahead of the state assembly's budget session with a view to fostering a harmonious atmosphere. Speaker Surama Padhy presided over the meeting, emphasising the importance of peaceful management of the house proceedings.
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Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi was in attendance, alongside the Parliamentary Affairs Minister, the Opposition chief whip and other. The aim was to gather a range of perspectives to ensure the assembly functions smoothly.
The budget for the financial year 2025-26 is slated to be tabled on February 17. With 28 working days, the session aims for thorough and inclusive discussions. In light of this extended schedule, Speaker Padhy engaged all parties in dialogue concerning the maintenance of decorum throughout the session.
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Earlier in the day, CM Majhi visited Raj Bhavan for a courtesy meeting with Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati. This meeting comes just before the commencement of the legislative assembly's budget session. The Governor is set to deliver the inaugural address of the session, outlining the State’s development and growth trajectory.
