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This initiative brings together 40 mid-level civil servants representing key ministries in Sri Lanka
Over the next two weeks, a group of civil servants from Sri Lanka will be gathered in Mussoorie (in Uttarakhand, India) for a programme that marks another successful chapter in the ongoing collaboration for administrative efficiency and good governance between the two neighbours.
These officials are participating in the 6th Capacity Building Program for mid-career civil servants from Sri Lanka that has been organised by the National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG). This two-week initiative, running from December 9-20, 2024, brings together 40 mid-level civil servants representing key ministries in Sri Lanka, such as Public Administration, Home Affairs, Agriculture, Livestock, and Health, among others.
The programme is part of India’s broader “Neighbourhood First” policy.
NCGG Director General Surendra Kumar Bagde inaugurated the session with a warm welcome to the participants. Appreciating the balanced and diverse representation among the attendees, Bagde highlighted the program’s focus on sharing India’s best practices in governance and administration.
“This program is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of governance, focusing on basic administration, policy frameworks, and the transformative role of technology,” he stated. He further emphasised India’s advancements in urban waste management and non-biodegradable waste handling as key areas to be explored during the sessions.
Bagde encouraged the participants to actively engage in discussions and explore opportunities for future collaboration. “Leveraging technology and fostering mutual cooperation are critical for achieving our shared objectives,” he remarked.
The two-week curriculum, coordinated by A.P. Singh, Assistant Professor and Course Coordinator at NCGG, covers a wide range of topics. These include:
Governance paradigms and reforms
Implementation of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Aarogya Yojana
E-Office and digital transformation
Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) regulations
Climate change impacts and adaptation strategies
Integration of Aadhar in public administration
Participants will also engage in field visits to various institutions, including:
Forest Research Institute, Dehradun
Cyber Security Cell, Noida
ADDVERB Global Robotics Company, Greater Noida
PM Gati Shakti Anubhuti Kendra
Bharat Mandap
Pradhanmantri Sanghralaya
The Taj Mahal
These visits aim to provide hands-on experience and insights into India’s administrative and technological advancements.
The programme builds on the robust partnership between NCGG and the Sri Lanka Institute of Development Administration (SLIDA). Earlier this year, during a high-level delegation visit to Sri Lanka led by V Srinivas, Secretary, Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances, and Pensions, a roadmap for collaboration was outlined. This includes capacity-building programs for 1,500 Sri Lankan Administrative Service officers from 2024 to 2029, faculty development programs, and district collector-level interactions.
The delegation also met Sri Lankan Prime Minister Dinesh Chandra Rupasinghe Gunawardena and other key officials. During the visit, NCGG-trained alumni in Sri Lanka shared success stories of implementing best practices in public service delivery.
Since its establishment in 2014, NCGG has trained 214 senior officers from Sri Lanka and over 1,500 civil servants from 34 countries. The countries include Malaysia, Oman, Guyana, El-Salvador, Costa Rica Bangladesh, Kenya, Tanzania, Tunisia, Seychelles, Gambia, Maldives, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Laos, Vietnam, Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Somalia, South Africa, Indonesia, Madagascar, Fiji, Mozambique and Cambodia.
These programmes focus on enhancing administrative efficiency, digital transformation, and good governance practices.
Past capacity-building efforts have shown tangible benefits in Sri Lanka, such as improved grievance redressal mechanisms and more efficient public service delivery. NCGG’s initiatives have also emphasized the importance of centralized public grievance redressal systems, with significant relevance to Sri Lanka’s administrative reforms.
The 6th Capacity Building Program reflects the shared commitment of India and Sri Lanka to strengthening governance and administration. By fostering collaboration and sharing innovative practices, the program aims to enhance public service delivery and address contemporary governance challenges.
Both nations continue to build on their strong bilateral ties, with future collaborations expected to expand the scope of capacity-building programs. As Bagde aptly noted, “Mutual cooperation and the exchange of knowledge are the foundations of sustainable governance reforms.”
This initiative underscores India’s pivotal role as a partner in Sri Lanka’s journey toward administrative excellence and reinforces the enduring partnership between the two nations.
These officials are participating in the 6th Capacity Building Program for mid-career civil servants from Sri Lanka that has been organised by the National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG). This two-week initiative, running from December 9-20, 2024, brings together 40 mid-level civil servants representing key ministries in Sri Lanka, such as Public Administration, Home Affairs, Agriculture, Livestock, and Health, among others.
The programme is part of India’s broader “Neighbourhood First” policy.
NCGG Director General Surendra Kumar Bagde inaugurated the session with a warm welcome to the participants. Appreciating the balanced and diverse representation among the attendees, Bagde highlighted the program’s focus on sharing India’s best practices in governance and administration.
“This program is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of governance, focusing on basic administration, policy frameworks, and the transformative role of technology,” he stated. He further emphasised India’s advancements in urban waste management and non-biodegradable waste handling as key areas to be explored during the sessions.
Bagde encouraged the participants to actively engage in discussions and explore opportunities for future collaboration. “Leveraging technology and fostering mutual cooperation are critical for achieving our shared objectives,” he remarked.
The two-week curriculum, coordinated by A.P. Singh, Assistant Professor and Course Coordinator at NCGG, covers a wide range of topics. These include:
Governance paradigms and reforms
Implementation of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Aarogya Yojana
E-Office and digital transformation
Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) regulations
Climate change impacts and adaptation strategies
Integration of Aadhar in public administration
Participants will also engage in field visits to various institutions, including:
Forest Research Institute, Dehradun
Cyber Security Cell, Noida
ADDVERB Global Robotics Company, Greater Noida
PM Gati Shakti Anubhuti Kendra
Bharat Mandap
Pradhanmantri Sanghralaya
The Taj Mahal
These visits aim to provide hands-on experience and insights into India’s administrative and technological advancements.
The programme builds on the robust partnership between NCGG and the Sri Lanka Institute of Development Administration (SLIDA). Earlier this year, during a high-level delegation visit to Sri Lanka led by V Srinivas, Secretary, Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances, and Pensions, a roadmap for collaboration was outlined. This includes capacity-building programs for 1,500 Sri Lankan Administrative Service officers from 2024 to 2029, faculty development programs, and district collector-level interactions.
The delegation also met Sri Lankan Prime Minister Dinesh Chandra Rupasinghe Gunawardena and other key officials. During the visit, NCGG-trained alumni in Sri Lanka shared success stories of implementing best practices in public service delivery.
Since its establishment in 2014, NCGG has trained 214 senior officers from Sri Lanka and over 1,500 civil servants from 34 countries. The countries include Malaysia, Oman, Guyana, El-Salvador, Costa Rica Bangladesh, Kenya, Tanzania, Tunisia, Seychelles, Gambia, Maldives, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Laos, Vietnam, Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Somalia, South Africa, Indonesia, Madagascar, Fiji, Mozambique and Cambodia.
These programmes focus on enhancing administrative efficiency, digital transformation, and good governance practices.
Past capacity-building efforts have shown tangible benefits in Sri Lanka, such as improved grievance redressal mechanisms and more efficient public service delivery. NCGG’s initiatives have also emphasized the importance of centralized public grievance redressal systems, with significant relevance to Sri Lanka’s administrative reforms.
The 6th Capacity Building Program reflects the shared commitment of India and Sri Lanka to strengthening governance and administration. By fostering collaboration and sharing innovative practices, the program aims to enhance public service delivery and address contemporary governance challenges.
Both nations continue to build on their strong bilateral ties, with future collaborations expected to expand the scope of capacity-building programs. As Bagde aptly noted, “Mutual cooperation and the exchange of knowledge are the foundations of sustainable governance reforms.”
This initiative underscores India’s pivotal role as a partner in Sri Lanka’s journey toward administrative excellence and reinforces the enduring partnership between the two nations.
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