Two-day Orientation Programme for Newly Elected and Nominated Members of Rajya Sabha begins tomorrow

The Rajya Sabha Secretariat is conducting a two‑day interactive Orientation Programme for newly elected and nominated members on 25‑26 July 2026. The programme will be inaugurated by Hon’ble Chairman, Rajya Sabha, Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan, with a welcome address by Hon’ble Deputy Chairman, Shri Harivansh. Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan will deliver a keynote on members’ vision and responsibilities, while the Deputy Chairman will discuss the functions of key parliamentary committees. Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw (Railways, I&B, E‑IT) will lead an IT workshop on AI, blockchain and data‑privacy laws. Senior MPs and officers, including Secretary‑General P.C. Mody and Secretary K.S. Somashekhar, will conduct additional sessions and conclude with a vote of thanks.