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To make the functioning of governance and administration more transparent, dynamic and closer to the people, the Prime Minister of the country Narendra Modi has once again adopted a strict and far-sighted stance. During a recent high-level review meeting, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given very specific instructions to senior officials of various ministries and departments. The PM has bluntly said that officers will have to completely eliminate ‘silos’ i.e. mutual walls between departments and the feeling of isolation from their working style. Along with this, he has emphasized on increasing direct and effective communication, especially with the youth of the country, to reduce the distance between the administration and the public, so that the benefits of the government policies can reach every eligible citizen at the right time.
Emphasis on eliminating the culture of ‘silos’ among ministries
While discussing administrative reforms, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep concern over the fact that many times different ministries and departments work within their own boundaries and are not able to maintain proper coordination among themselves. This state of isolation is called ‘silo’, due to which there is delay in the implementation of plans and the work of files gets stuck. PM Modi has directed the officers to leave this old and sluggish work culture and adopt ‘Whole of Government’ approach. That is, all the departments should work together as a team so that the process from policy formulation to its implementation on the ground can be very fast and effective.
It is important to strengthen communication and engagement with youth
In today’s modern and digital India, a large population of the country consists of youth, whose aspirations, expectations and needs are completely different and modern. The Prime Minister has told the officials that they should listen to the youth of the country and use new and modern means of communication with them. Government policies should be more sensitive and practical on issues related to young entrepreneurs, students, professionals and startups. Unless the administration understands the pulse of the youth, it will not be possible to harness the country’s energy in the right direction. Increasing communication with the youth will not only solve their problems but will also strengthen their participation in the development of the country.
Digital governance and maximum use of technology
In this high-level meeting, special emphasis was also laid on increasing the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), data analytics and modern digital tools at every level of governance. The Prime Minister directed officials to take the help of technology to make government schemes easier to reach to the general public. Digital platforms should be strengthened to completely eliminate the role of middlemen and establish a transparent system. Field level officers have also been asked to take direct feedback from the public to remove obstacles in government work.
Big step towards transparent and accountable administration
Political analysts believe that this instruction of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is laying the foundation of a major change in the Indian administrative system. When the highest ranking leaders of the country themselves give the mantra to the departments to work together and connect directly with the public, especially the youth, its positive impact is visible at the grassroots level. In the coming time, many major administrative reforms can be seen on the basis of these instructions, which will improve both the speed and quality of government schemes.