Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, in his address at the Inter-Parliamentary Union Assembly, reiterated India's stance as a promoter of multilateralism and advocate for equitable distribution of technological progress. He underlined the importance of parliamentary collaboration in the domains of science, technology, and innovation for the collective benefit. Birla pointed out India's significant strides in renewable energy, with the country's capacity increasing from 76 GW to 203 GW in the past ten years, showcasing a substantial commitment to combatting climate change. He specifically mentioned India's involvement in initiatives like the Green Hydrogen Mission, International Solar Alliance, and Bio-Fuel Alliance, emphasizing the nation's resolve towards green energy and sustainability. The Speaker also highlighted how the Indian Parliament has actively discussed climate change and Sustainable Development Goals, with a focus on leveraging green technology, as exemplified in the construction of the new Parliament building. Birla praised India's emphasis on fostering innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship through programs like Start-up India, leading to remarkable success as the third-largest start-up ecosystem globally. He also lauded India's innovative use of technology in public service delivery, especially through digitization of financial services and the JAM trinity, which has significantly enhanced financial inclusion for the populace.