“This gives you an unmatched advantage in understanding the cultural intricacies, traditional institutions, and emotional landscapes of our people,” he noted.
Khandu emphasised that today’s civil servants must play a transformational role, not just an administrative one.
“You are the first point of contact for the public. You interpret government schemes in a language the people understand. You mediate between tradition and modernity. You can prevent alienation and foster ownership among people for every development initiative,” he asserted.
Khandu also assured them of continued support in terms of resources, training and autonomy.
He lauded the APCS officers for the state’s “remarkable” progress in e-governance. “Our e-Vidhan, e-Cabinet, and e-File platforms are national success stories,” the chief minister said.
“We politicians frame policies, but it is you who will implement them on the ground. So, you are in the best position to tell us the areas that need attention,” Khandu said. PTI UPL RBT