Summary:

Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar emphasized the urgent need for India to shed colonial legacies in public administration during the 70th Annual Meeting of the Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA) in New Delhi. He cited notable developments such as renaming historical streets and enacting new criminal statutes to remove the court system from colonial influences. Dhankhar underscored the importance of connecting public administration with post-independence ambitions described in the Prime Minister's 'Panch Prans,' which emphasize national pride and solidarity.

He highlighted the significance of emotional intelligence and soft skills for public officials to better serve marginalized communities. He advocated for integrating emerging technologies into public service while maintaining ethical standards to avoid digital exclusion. The Vice-President stressed the need for a data-driven approach to assess welfare measures and build public trust. He commended the Women’s Reservation Bill for advancing women’s leadership and highlighted the need for the IIPA to enhance safety during public celebrations.

Source: IBEF 

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