Excelsior Correspondent
RAIPUR, Nov 22: At the 2-day Conference on Good Governance here, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh reiterated that the governance reforms introduced under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi focus on “ease of loving” and transparency.
The Union Minister emphasized the Government’s commitment to simplifying governance, enhancing public service delivery, and fostering transparency.
The event, a joint initiative by the Department of Administrative Reforms & Grievance Redressal (DARPG) of the Central Government and the Government of Chhattisgarh, brought together policymakers, bureaucrats, and experts to discuss reforms aimed at enhancing public service delivery.
Dr Jitendra Singh was the chief guest at the Conference, which was graced by the Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, underlining the significance of cooperative federalism in governance.
Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized the importance of taking governance beyond central halls of power, citing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s directive to move discussions out of Delhi’s Vigyan Bhawan.
“Holding these conferences across the States ensures that governance solutions are tailored to regional needs while fostering collaboration between the Centre and the States,” he stated. Over the past years, similar conferences have been conducted in J&K, Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu etc , demonstrating the government’s outreach to all corners of the country.
The Union Minister highlighted key reforms implemented under the Modi administration, such as abolishing over 2,000 obsolete rules and regulations.
These measures, Dr Jitendra Singh said, reflect the Government’s focus on reducing bureaucratic red tape and empowering citizens. He gave the example of scrapping the need for attested documents, stating, “This simple move sent a powerful message that the government trusts its youth.”
Highlighting a unique experiment in governance, Dr. Jitendra Singh spoke about the coupling of States to address shared challenges. He cited the example of Tamil Nadu and Jammu & Kashmir collaborating on river/ocean water cleaning initiatives and noted how knowledge-sharing between the States has led to innovative solutions. “This model demonstrates the power of collaboration in solving issues that transcend regional boundaries,” he said.
The Minister also reflected on the Government’s bold decision to eliminate interviews for Group B and C posts. This move, he explained, was designed to remove bias, favouritism, and corruption from recruitment processes. “While this reform was initially met with scepticism, it has proven to be a game-changer in ensuring fairness and transparency,” he added.
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai lauded the conference as a platform for fostering innovative governance. He acknowledged the Centre’s support in building the state’s administrative capabilities and said, “The cooperative spirit showcased here is vital for addressing the challenges unique to our state.”
He further emphasized that such conferences are crucial for exchanging ideas and creating replicable governance models across states, ensuring that no region is left behind in India’s development journey.
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