BRICS Parliamentary Forum 2026 Begins October 26 In Delhi, Russian State Duma Chairman Arrives

On October 26, the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum will commence in New Delhi, marking a significant event in India's parliamentary diplomacy. The Russian State Duma Chairman, Vyacheslav Volodin, has arrived in the capital to take part in the forum. The Parliament of India has graciously hosted the gathering, which will convene at the Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan in New Delhi.

India's Lok Sabha Speaker, Om Birla, stated that the forum symbolizes a new chapter in the history of India's parliamentary diplomacy. The event will gather Presiding Officers and parliamentary leaders from BRICS member and partner countries, union ministers, the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, Rajiv Hans, Presiding Officers of State Legislatures, Members of Parliament, and other distinguished guests. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to attend the event and engage with leaders of visiting delegations.

The forum will feature bilateral and multilateral interactions between leaders of visiting delegations and parliamentary friendship groups. So far, 18 countries have expressed interest in participating, and discussions will be tailored accordingly. India has established 64 Parliamentary Friendship Groups thus far, a new initiative that expands the scope of parliamentary cooperation.

The forum's central theme is "Strengthening Parliaments for People-Centric Development," highlighting the importance of parliamentary cooperation in fostering development focused on the well-being of citizens.