Dr MCR HRD Institute Roles out Special Foundation Course for 231 AIS, CCS Officers

Hyderabad: Dr MCR HRD Institute, Hyderabad rolled out a Special Foundation Course for a whopping 231 All India Services (AIS) and Central Civil Services (CCS) Officers, from across the county, representing 17 Services, including IPS, IFoS, ISS, IES, IPTAFS, IRS, IFS, and so on.

Shashank Goel, DG of the Institute & Special Chief Secretary to Government, in his Inaugural Address, said the AIS & CCS Officers, who are the backbone of our administrative system, shape the lives of millions of citizens, and thereby build the future of our great nation. ‘Since the core of effective governance lies in understanding and addressing the needs and aspirations of people we serve, the Foundation Course will provide the AIS & CCS Officers with a robust understanding of policy making, public administration, and the tools necessary for impactful service delivery’, he underlined.

Goel said in the present-day scenario, status quo has become a thing of the past and continuous change, a reality. ‘This calls for AIS & CCS Officers to become torchbearers of change. However, the precondition for this to happen, the Civil Servants must first embrace change themselves, adopt a mind-set that is open to change, willing to learn, and ready to adapt’ , he stated.

Goel stated that in the present-day evolving world of work, the age-old bureaucratic, hierarchical, and rigid styles of leadership do not fit into the emerging demands. ‘In a diverse and dynamic society, like ours, we must embrace leadership style that is inclusive, agile, and responsive,’ he underlined.

Goel, noted that in the present-day scenario, the Civil Servants stand at the forefront of a technological revolution, in which Artificial Intelligence, Block-chain, Big Data, Internet of Things, etc. are playing a decisive role in promoting governance that is efficient, transparent, and citizen-centric. ‘As Civil Servants, you should ensure that the technical advancements result in bringing about prosperity in the lives of the weaker sections of society as well’, he stated.

Goel called upon the Civil Servants to foster an organisation culture that welcomes new ideas and solutions, as innovation is the lifeblood of progress. ‘Effective communication is the backbone of any successful organisation and the Civil Service is no exception. The Civil Servants, therefore, should connect well with people in order to excel in their roles and also to serve the nation with excellence’, he added. On the occasion, Dr Shashank Goel released the Course Manual. Aakanksha Kulshrestha, Assistant Director, LBSNAA graced the inaugural function.

Madhavi Ravulapati, Course Director, presented a report. Professor Mohammed Abbas Ali, Academic Coordinator, proposed a vote of thanks.