UP Assembly Becomes the First in India to Introduce Translation Facility.

National

In February 2025, the Uttar Pradesh (UP) Assembly made history by becoming the first legislative body in India to introduce a translation facility.


      - This service will allow discussions in Awadhi, Braj, Bhojpuri, Bundelkhand, and English, enhancing accessibility and inclusivity in legislative proceedings.

      - The initiative was reviewed by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister (CM), Yogi Adityanath, who observed translation rehearsals in various languages.

     

Main Point :-   (i) The service was introduced on February 18, 2025, during the assembly session, pending approval from the House of Suit.

      (ii) Members can now select the appropriate channel at their seat to listen to live translations in their earplugs in any of the four regional dialects (Awadhi, Braj, Bundeli, and Bhojpuri).


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