Harivansh Leads Indian Parliamentary Delegation

The Indian Parliamentary Delegation, led by the Deputy Chairman, Rajya Sabha, Harivansh, has departed for Arusha, United Republic of Tanzania, to participate in the 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and related meetings being held from 5 to 9 October 2026.

The IPU Assembly will bring together parliamentarians from across the world for discussions on the theme “Enhancing good governance and empowering communities through inclusivity, trust and opportunities for all.”

The Indian delegation comprises Shri Harivansh, Deputy Chairman, Rajya Sabha (Leader of the Delegation); 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 N. K. Premachandran, MP, Lok Sabha.

The delegation will participate in a wide range of meetings, panel discussions and workshops on issues of contemporary global relevance, and articulate India’s perspectives on these matters.

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.(updated on 3rd Oct 26)