Unlocking Innovation: Modi's Push for Tech-Savvy Civil Services

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the importance of civil servants staying updated with technological advances and adopting a citizen-centric approach. He launched the National Learning Week, part of Mission Karmayogi, to foster innovative thinking and skill development, aiming for transformative change in India's civil services.

In a crucial address to civil servants, Prime Minister Narendra Modi underscored the necessity of keeping pace with the latest technological innovations and maintaining a citizen-focused approach. Speaking at an event, he advocated for collaboration with startups and research agencies to foster fresh ideas.

Highlighting the duality of artificial intelligence as both challenge and opportunity, Modi launched 'Karmayogi Saptah' - National Learning Week, at the Dr Ambedkar International Centre. The initiative forms part of Mission Karmayogi, a program aimed at enhancing the capacities of civil servants through a blend of Indian tradition and global outlook.

The Prime Minister emphasized on innovative thinking and feedback mechanisms, urging institutions to break free from silo mentalities and cultivate partnerships. He claimed that these efforts are vital to achieving Viksit Bharat by 2047, with Mission Karmayogi driving these transformative changes.

(With inputs from agencies.)