New Delhi. The Parliament of India will host the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum on October 26 and 27, 2026, in the Central Hall of the Samvidhan Sadan (Constitution House) within the Parliament House complex.Addressing a press conference at the Parliament House on Thursday, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla announced that the forum will commence on October 26. He stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be present on the occasion and will hold meetings with the leaders of the visiting delegations.Highlighting the core theme of the event, he noted that the forum will focus on the subject: "Strengthening Parliaments for People-Centric Development." This conference marks a new chapter in the history of India’s parliamentary diplomacy, bringing together presiding officers and parliamentary leaders from BRICS member nations and partner countries, Union Ministers, the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha (Shri Harivansh), presiding officers of state legislatures, Members of Parliament, and other distinguished dignitaries. On October 25, a meeting of the secretaries of the respective delegations will be held to finalize the joint statement for the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum.Birla mentioned that the conference will facilitate bilateral and multilateral dialogues with the leaders of the visiting delegations and various Parliamentary Friendship Groups. He stated that, building upon the legacy of the BRICS Parliamentary Forum, the 12th edition will feature four high-level sessions centered on the themes of resilience, innovation, cooperation, and sustainability—fostering dialogue based on consensus. Additionally, there will be a special meeting for the chairpersons of the international affairs committees from the parliaments of BRICS member nations and partner countries to deliberate on parliamentary diplomacy, capacity building, and the exchange of best practices.Birla mentioned that the conference will include high-level plenary sessions, parallel meetings, and bilateral exchanges, alongside a cultural program. The Vice President of India, C.P. Radhakrishnan, will host a banquet in honor of the distinguished guests. Members of the delegations will visit the Parliament of India and also enjoy a cultural tour in Delhi. The conference will conclude on October 27.