153rd IPU Assembly in Arusha: Harivansh to lead Indian delegation
Why in the news
An Indian parliamentary delegation led by Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh is attending the 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in Arusha, Tanzania, from 5 to 9 October 2026, according to a PIB release of 3 October 2026.
Key facts
- Event: 153rd IPU Assembly.
- Venue: Arusha, United Republic of Tanzania.
- Dates: 5-9 October 2026.
- Theme: “Enhancing good governance and empowering communities through inclusivity, trust and opportunities for all”.
- Leader: Harivansh, Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
- Role: the leader is to take part in the Governing Council, general debate, emergency debates and sessions with IPU presidential candidates.
| Member | House |
|---|---|
| Anurag Singh Thakur | Lok Sabha |
| Aparajita Sarangi | Lok Sabha |
| Sasmit Patra | Rajya Sabha |
| Sanjay Jaiswal | Lok Sabha |
| Kamaljeet Sehrawat | Lok Sabha |
| Lata Wankhede | Lok Sabha |
| Bijuli Kalita Medhi | Lok Sabha |
| N.K. Premachandran | Lok Sabha |
About the discussions
Delegates are expected to engage on democracy, human rights, peace, sustainable development, the role of women, artificial intelligence, counter-terrorism, climate change, maritime security and critical minerals. The IPU is the global body of national parliaments, and its Assembly is its main statutory gathering.
Exam angle
- Link the edition number with the venue: 153rd Assembly, Arusha, Tanzania.
- The delegation is led by the Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman, Harivansh.
- Questions may ask for the Assembly theme or its dates.