ISLAMABAD, Feb 10 (APP): A 21-member delegation of students from Balochistan Residential College Othal, accompanied by six faculty members, visited Parliament House in Islamabad on Tuesday as part of an educational study tour, according to a statement issued by the Senate Secretariat.
Upon arrival, the delegation was received by Senate Secretariat officials and later toured the Senate Museum, where Senator Asad Qasim briefed the students on the constitutional structure of the upper house, the legislative process, the Senate’s responsibilities, the system for electing members, and the role of standing committees.
He noted that the Senate serves as a symbol of balance and harmony among the federation’s units and plays a key role in addressing public issues at the national level.
Speaking to the students, he described youth as the country’s future and stressed the importance of their positive contribution to national development and democratic stability.
The delegation also received detailed information about Pakistan’s parliamentary system, stages of legislation, and the constitutional powers of the Senate.
During the visit, students watched a documentary on the history of the upper house and showed interest in historical photographs and sculptures of prominent national figures displayed at the museum.
Later, the students observed proceedings in the Senate Hall, where officials briefed them on parliamentary traditions and procedural discipline.
The delegation also visited the Constitution Gallery (Gali-e-Dastoor), where they were given an overview of Pakistan’s parliamentary history and democratic evolution.
A group photograph with Senator Asad Qasim marked the occasion.
At the conclusion of the visit, members of the delegation appreciated the Senate Secretariat’s efforts in promoting democratic values, parliamentary transparency, and institutional strengthening.
Students and faculty described the tour as informative and purposeful, and expressed gratitude for the guidance and facilitation provided.