<h1>Lok Sabha Speaker urges urban local bodies to adopt parliamentary procedures including Question Hour and Zero Hour</h1> The Lok Sabha Speaker addressed the first National Level Conference of Urban Local Bodies, advocating that these bodies should adopt parliamentary procedures including regular Question Hour and Zero Hour to address citizen concerns. The Speaker expressed concern about local body meetings being disrupted and budgets approved without proper discussion. Drawing parallels with recent improvements in parliamentary proceedings where political parties have cooperated to reduce disruptions, the Speaker emphasized that urban local bodies should similarly engage in structured debate and discussion. The conference, attended by state officials and delegates nationwide, focused on developing model practices for municipal governance, enhancing public service delivery, and contributing to national development goals by 2047.