In a significant step towards strengthening governance within India’s scientific and academic institutions, Dr. Jitendra Singh launched the first-ever “Administrative Capacity Building Programme for Scientists and Academicians” under the Mission Karmayogi.
The initiative aims to equip scientists and academic leaders with administrative, governance, and decision-making skills, addressing a long-standing gap in structured training.
Objective of the Programme
- Provide formal administrative training to scientists and academicians
- Enhance leadership and governance capabilities
- Reduce dependence on self-learning in administrative roles
- Build a future-ready, adaptive workforce
Dr. Singh highlighted that many scientists move into leadership roles without prior exposure to governance systems, making such structured learning essential.
Key Announcements & Reforms
1. Role-Based Governance Approach
- Shift from rule-based to role-based governance
- Encourage flexibility and cross-domain adaptability
- End traditional administrative silos
2. Capacity Building Commission (CBC) Modules
The Capacity Building Commission will develop:
- Special modules for answering Parliamentary Questions
- Orientation training for Assistant Secretaries and early-career officers
- Short, focused learning formats to avoid training overload
Launch of UNNATI Portal & Karmayogi Rollout
- Launch of revamped UNNATI Portal
- Roadmap for Karmayogi Kartavya Karyakram rollout
- Focus on expanding institutional learning ecosystems
Global Collaboration for Capacity Building
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between:
- Capacity Building Commission
- Research and Information System for Developing Countries
Purpose:
- Promote global knowledge partnerships
- Enable:
- Policy dialogues
- Practitioner exchanges
- Thematic learning initiatives
Focus areas include:
- Artificial Intelligence in governance
- Digital transformation
- Public sector innovation
Event Highlights
The programme was launched at Vigyan Bhawan, with participation from leading scientific and administrative figures, including:
- Ashutosh Sharma
- Abhay Karandikar
- Rajesh S. Gokhale
- M. Ravichandran
Conclusion
This initiative marks a transformational shift in India’s governance ecosystem, integrating scientific expertise with administrative excellence. Under Mission Karmayogi, the focus is now on building a technology-driven, citizen-centric, and continuously learning civil service.