2-day Conference To Commemorate 70 Years Of Parliament Kicks Off

Faizan Hashmi Published August 10, 2017 | 07:45 PM

A two-day conference to commemorate the celebration of 70 years of the Parliament kicked off here

ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 10th Aug, 2017 ) : A two-day conference to commemorate the celebration of 70 years of the Parliament kicked off here Thursday. The conference was inaugurated by Speaker National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq.

Former Speakers National Assembly Syed Fakhar Imam and Gohar Ayub were guests of the Honour on the occasion. Speaking on the occasion, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq stressed upon the need of arranging such sessions where former National Assembly Speakers can come and share their respective experiences.

He deliberated the hurdles and challenges, a speaker has to face during his time as the custodian of house. He also shared his initiative for introduction of parliamentary studies in 17 universities to promote education of the ideals of the Quaid e Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.

Ayaz Sadiq thanked the former speakers for their valuable time in celebrating the 70 year long journey of Parliament of Pakistan. Syed Fakhar Imam shed light on the constitutional and political history of Pakistan.

While sharing his insight he stressed upon the need of reforms in institutions and democratization of system. He also shared his famous ruling against martial law and a 300 years old precedentin UK House of Commons which applied right of governance lies with the elected Parliament.

Gohar Ayub Khan underlined the historical background of first Constituent Assembly highlighting the principle of will of the people being the citadel of nations' aspirations. Executive Director Pakistan Institute for Parliamentary Services Zafarullah Khan in his welcome remarks appreciated the initiatives and efforts taken by former and incumbent speakers.

The first day of event concluded with cake cutting ceremony performed by the Speaker National Assembly, Around 120 parliamentary experts from National Assembly, Senate and members of civil society and students participated in the event.