**Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly’s Public Accounts Committee Holds Inaugural Meeting**
The Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) convened its first meeting in Lucknow on Thursday. Addressing the session, Assembly Speaker Satish Mahana emphasized the importance of the committee’s role in strengthening democracy and serving the public interest.
Mahana highlighted that the committee comprises experienced legislators whose skills are vital for ensuring constitutional accountability. “India’s democratic system is rooted in constitutional accountability and sustained by taxpayers’ contributions,” he stated. The Speaker stressed the responsibility of elected representatives to ensure the proper utilization of public funds, particularly those collected from poor taxpayers.
Describing the PAC as one of the most crucial legislative bodies, Mahana underlined that no development or governance is possible without financial discipline. He urged committee members to engage in serious discussions on public welfare issues. For first-time members, the Speaker advised learning from senior colleagues to improve the committee’s effectiveness.
Newly elected PAC Chair Mahboob Ali expressed his gratitude to the Speaker, calling the meeting historic. He expressed confidence that Mahana’s guidance will continue to strengthen the committee’s functioning.
Senior legislators Om Prakash Singh and Saurabh Srivastava also praised the Speaker for his efforts in enhancing the dignity of the Assembly.
Nearly all committee members attended the meeting, along with senior officials including Assembly Secretary Pradeep Kumar Dubey, highlighting the importance of this crucial gathering.
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