Inter Assembly Session likely in last week of November at Tapovan: Speaker Pathania

Dharamshala, November 3, 2025: Himachal Pradesh Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania on Monday said that the winter session of the State Assembly at Tapovan, Dharamshala, is likely to be held in the last week of November this year. The change, he said, is being considered to avoid inconvenience to tourists and business owners during the busy December tourist season in Dharamshala and surrounding areas.
Pathania was addressing athletes as the chief guest on the second day of the four-day Federation Cup Classic and Equipped Powerlifting Championship 2025 at Rait. Deputy Chief Whip Kewal Singh Pathania was also present on the occasion.
The Speaker informed that the upcoming session would comprise eight sittings, making it the longest winter session ever held in Tapovan. He added that the Himachal Pradesh Assembly has emerged as the best performing legislative body in the country, owing to its constructive debates, transparent procedures, and disciplined functioning.
“The more meaningful the debates and dialogue, the stronger the institution becomes in fulfilling the goals of economic and social transformation,” Pathania remarked.
He emphasized that positive and well-reasoned discussions enhance the credibility of both the Assembly and its members. Recalling the state’s rich democratic traditions, he highlighted that the first Conference of Presiding Officers was held in Shimla in 1925, marking a milestone in India’s democratic evolution. He also mentioned that Vithalbhai Patel was elected as the Chairman of the Central Legislative Council from Himachal Pradesh.
Expressing pride, the Speaker said that the Himachal Pradesh Assembly is the first paperless Assembly in the country. He lauded the patriotic spirit and dedication of the people of Himachal Pradesh and reiterated that continuous efforts are being made to enhance efficiency, transparency, and public engagement in legislative functioning.
He added that young MLAs are being given adequate time to share their views and suggestions, ensuring good governance and social welfare, particularly for the marginalized sections of society.