Parliamentary affairs minister Pawan Kumar Bansal has invited all members of parliament to attend US president Barack Obama's address in Central Hall on November 8 at 5 pm.

In a circular, Bansal also sought the cooperation of all MPs in ensuring smooth functioning of the both houses and transact government agenda and pass the bills.

The letter is reproduced below.
 
Dear Member of Parliament,
 
As you are  aware the winter session of Parliament is commencing on 9th November 2010 and subject to exigencies of Government Business will conclude on 13th December 2010.
 
In order to ensure smooth and effective functioning of both the houses of parliament I sincerely seek your support and cooperation . If at any time, you have any issue which requires my attention, you are welcome to bring it to my notice.
 
I may also inform you that the President of United States of America HE Mr Barack Obama will address the Hon Members of both houses of Parliament, in Central Hall on Monday the 8th November 2010 at 5 pm. You are requested to kindly make it convenient to attend.
 
With regards,
 
Yours sincerely,
Pawan Kumar Bansal.
27-10-2010