New Delhi, February 25 Delhi Legislative Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta inaugurated the Assembly Secretariat's coffee table book stall at SAMVAAD 2026 on Wednesday and unveiled a commemorative publication, "Shatabdi-Yatra: Vithalbhai Ki Gaurav Gatha."
The annual conclave, organized by the NSS unit of Hindu College, is being held on February 25, 27, and 28. This year's theme is "A Confluence of Dialogue and Culture – Service for National Construction."
"Service to the nation must be rooted in an understanding of our constitutional journey and the institutions that safeguard it," Gupta said while inaugurating the stall.
Addressing students and faculty, Gupta said the life of Vithalbhai Patel reflects principled leadership and commitment to parliamentary values.
The Delhi Legislative Assembly Secretariat, in association with Hindu College, has set up a dedicated stall featuring the coffee table book and other materials on the Assembly's institutional history, constitutional mandate, and legislative functioning. A documentary on the life and legacy of Vithalbhai Patel was also screened, according to an official statement.
"Democracy flourishes when young citizens engage meaningfully with its processes and history," Gupta said.
The speaker added that the commemorative coffee table book would be placed in the Hindu College library to enable access for students and researchers.
Gupta also visited the Indian Air Force stall at the venue, where he interacted with officials and experienced a flight simulator. He encouraged students to consider a career in the armed forces.
Hindu College presented Gupta with its commemorative coffee table book, "Virasat." Officials said the Assembly Secretariat's participation in the conclave aims to promote legislative awareness and civic engagement among youth.
