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The National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG) recently concluded a two-week capacity-building programme for three batches of civil servants from Maldives and Bangladesh in New Delhi. The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions made this announcement on Saturday.
Shared History, Culture, and Values Highlighted
During the valedictory session on Friday, VK Paul, Member (Health) of NITI Aayog, addressed the participants and emphasized the shared history, culture, and values among Bangladesh, Maldives, and India. He highlighted the inter-connectedness of these nations due to their shared borders and shores.
Paul further emphasized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for 2047, which focuses on building a prosperous, inclusive, and self-reliant India. He urged civil servants to embrace the principles and objectives of this vision and chart paths for their respective countries towards inclusive development, high economic growth, technological advancement, managing urbanization, environmental sustainability, and global cooperation.
A Roadmap for Long-term Progress
The vision for 2047 provides a roadmap for achieving long-term progress and can serve as inspiration for nations to strive for a brighter future for their citizens, Paul stated. By actively working towards these goals, civil servants can contribute to the development of their own countries and the larger global vision, creating a better future for all.
Paul also shared the philosophy of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam,' which has evolved into the concept of 'one earth, one family, one future' within the G20 framework. He highlighted that by adopting the principles of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, countries can unite their efforts, resources, and expertise to find innovative and sustainable solutions to challenges. This collaborative approach allows for sharing best practices, knowledge exchange, and collective problem-solving, leading to more effective and inclusive development outcomes.
Role of Civil Servants in Improving Quality of Life
Bharat Lal, the Director General of NCGG, addressed the participants and highlighted the crucial role of civil servants in improving the quality of life for people and enabling them to pursue their goals and realize their full potential. He emphasized that civil servants should act as enablers, utilizing their skills and capabilities to facilitate positive change and enhance ease of living.
Lal further emphasized the significance of striving for excellence internally within their organizations and externally while serving the public. He urged civil servants to work with precision, chase perfection, and focus on development at both individual and societal levels. By doing so, they can contribute to holistic development.
Partnership with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)
In partnership with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the NCGG has taken up the responsibility of building the capacities of civil servants from developing countries. To date, 685 officers from the Maldives civil service and 2,100 from the Bangladesh civil service have been trained. As part of the capacity building programme, the participants were also taken on exposure visits to the Parliament of India, Pradhan Mantri Sanghralaya, and several cities to observe and learn about administration practices.