India, June 28 -- Haryana is set to host the National Conference of Urban Local Bodies for the first time on July 3 and 4 in Gurugram, with preparations now entering the final stage. Haryana assembly speaker Harvinder Kalyan on Saturday reviewed the arrangements during a meeting in Gurugram and assured that the event would showcase both Haryana's administrative strength and its rich cultural heritage.

"This conference is not only important from an administrative point of view but also offers us an opportunity to present Haryana's traditional hospitality and cultural pride to delegates from across the country. The event will be organised in the true spirit of 'Atithi Devo Bhava' so that all participants return with a sense of warmth and i...