Delhi Assembly Launches e-Vidhan Paperless System

Delhi Assembly Launches e-Vidhan Paperless System

Why in the News ?

Delhi Assembly will hold its first-ever paperless session under the e-Vidhan system, part of the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) portal, from August 4 to 8, aiming for improved transparency and efficiency. This initiative aligns with the NeVA under Digital India goals and follows the implementation in other assemblies like the Puducherry Assembly.

Delhi Assembly Launches e-Vidhan Paperless System

Key Features of the Initiative:

  • The Delhi Assembly is launching its e-Vidhan system, becoming fully paperless for the first time, with a nodal officer overseeing the implementation.
  • The session, from August 4 to 8, will use digital interfaces for legislative procedures, including a bills management system.
  • It reflects a shift toward transparency, accountability, and faster decision-making, supporting SDG Goal 15 on environmental sustainability.
  • Developed by National Informatics Centre (NIC), the system tracks file pendency in real-time and serves as a massive data depository.
  • Chief Minister Rekha Gupta emphasized the initiative supports the “Developed Delhi” vision, in line with the development of other Union Territories.

Technological Transformation

  • The e-Office platform has seen a significant increase in adoption, now used by 119 of 199 departments, following the signing of a tripartite memorandum for implementation.
  • Usage of digital files rose to over 1.18 lakh, marking a 250% growth since June, including verbatim records of proceedings.
  • A 500 kW solar power plant is also being inaugurated alongside the e-Vidhan system, further supporting environmental goals.
  • The CM’s office is now an e-Office, setting a model for other departments and demonstrating the success of this central sponsored scheme.
  • The Union Law Minister, Arjun Ram Meghwal, will lead the inauguration and trial run, emphasizing the importance of the NeVA portal in modernizing legislative processes.

Key Highlights : e-Vidhan, NeVA, Digital India & NIC
● e-Vidhan System:

○ e-Vidhan System: A part of the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) under the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs.

○ Aims for paperless legislatures, real-time tracking, and enhanced transparency.

○ Promotes Digital India, environmental sustainability, and efficient governance.

○ Encourages state assemblies to adopt digital legislative frameworks.

○ Supports the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) on innovation and infrastructure.

  • NeVA (National e-Vidhan Application):

○ A centralized digital platform for all State Legislatures and Union Territories.

○ Ensures uniformity across assemblies and paperless governance.

○ Facilitates live updates, question submissions, and document access by MLAs.

  • Digital India Mission:

○ Launched in 2015 to transform India into a digitally empowered society.

○ Focus on e-governance, internet access, and digital infrastructure.

○ Promotes initiatives like e-Office, DigiLocker, and UMANG.

  • National Informatics Centre (NIC):

○ A premier tech arm under MeitY (Ministry of Electronics & IT).

○ Develops platforms like e-Office, NeVA, and e-Courts.

○ Provides IT support to Central and State governments, including the creation of Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for e-governance initiatives.