CAG Murthy's Vision for 'Viksit Bharat': Empowering Governance and Education

CAG K Sanjay Murthy outlined key governance pillars at the 100th Common Foundation Course in Mussoorie. Emphasizing data-driven governance and strong institutional maturity, he highlighted reforms in academic access and urged collaborative approaches like UJALA LED initiative. Murthy encouraged financial transparency and systemic improvements among young civil servants.

The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG), K Sanjay Murthy, delivered insightful 'Viksit Bharat' talks during the 100th Common Foundation Course at LBSNAA, Mussoorie. Emphasizing the future pivotal role of civil servants, Murthy highlighted three essential pillars of growth: expanding access, promoting data-driven governance, and reinforcing institutional maturity in financial management.

Murthy commended reforms providing free access to over 13,000 premium academic journals via a consolidated national negotiation by the Ministry of Education, significantly boosting availability to over 5,000 institutions with nearly one crore monthly downloads. He advocated for collaborative initiatives, referencing the successful UJALA LED bulb program, while demonstrating how data-driven policy can enhance accountability and global rankings in areas like research quality and employability.

Addressing financial transparency, Murthy urged improvements in accounting and asset management to unlock more funding opportunities, particularly in education and health sectors. Concluding his speech to 660 officer trainees, he highlighted the significance of their actions in driving sustainable development, celebrating a notable reduction in emissions through SDG efforts, and called for humility and transparency.

Following the address, Murthy engaged in an interactive session, discussing the government's expansion of premier institutions such as IITs and IIMs to foster education and industry synergy. He inaugurated the Khel Mahotsav, promoting its values of unity and integrity, vital for developing leadership qualities in civil servants.

(With inputs from agencies.)