DK Shivakumar unveils admin roadmap for time-bound, transparent rule

Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar directed officials to adopt a 'positive approach' for transparent, time-bound governance. He ordered detailed action plans, field visits, a new grievance system, and proper use of CSR funds for education.

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Thursday unveiled a broad administrative roadmap, directing officials to adopt a "positive approach" and ensure time-bound delivery of governance priorities, while reiterating transparency, accountability and grassroots engagement across departments.

During a review meeting in Bengaluru with senior bureaucrats, the Chief Minister said, "Our government doesn't believe in partisanship based on any religion, caste, influence and so on. We will be transparent, whichever officer solves people's problems. They have been told to have a "positive" approach", Shivakumar

New Administrative Roadmap and Accountability

"He instructed all departments to prepare a detailed action plan within 15 days and ensure strict accountability in implementation. Secretaries were also asked to regularly visit districts and taluks, hold field meetings, and directly monitor progress on government schemes and public issues".

Focus on Citizen Rights and Grievances

The Chief Minister stressed that no eligible citizen should lose voting rights and raised concerns over potential disenfranchisement linked to enumeration procedures. He directed officials to ensure proper awareness, documentation and compliance with voter enumeration requirements.

Announcing stronger grievance redressal systems, he said a separate mechanism will be created within the administration to address protests and public complaints, and to assess their legal validity in an organised manner.

Financial Oversight and Education Focus

On financial management, he flagged that CSR funds worth around ₹8,000-₹8,500 crore must be properly tracked and utilised. He emphasised that priority should be given to education infrastructure, including the construction of new schools, and reducing migration to Bengaluru for education.

"In panchayats and all, they need to recognise places. I will release the guidelines of the CSR policy, which was approved by the Cabinet. They need to provide details to the government. Our priority is primary education. For school education and buildings, and so on, they should prioritise building new schools", he said. We should prevent migration to Bengaluru for educational purposes. Within 5-6 days, we will give you details.

Upholding Ethics and Strengthening Security

Reiterating his stand on governance ethics, he directed ministers, MLAs and officials not to succumb to any external pressure in decision-making and approvals.

On law and order, he called for special police squads in every taluk to curb criminal activities and keep a close watch on rowdy elements.

Review of State Representation in Delhi

The Chief Minister also expressed dissatisfaction with the functioning of Karnataka Bhavan in Delhi and said he would personally review its operations and hold discussions with central government officials from the state.

"I am not satisfied with the functioning of the Karnataka Bhavan. I will go to Delhi and have a meeting. We need to file our requests to the union government. When I get to Delhi next. We will have a meeting with officers in the central government from Karnataka, meet retired officers, and see if they can contribute to our state in any way", he said.

Welfare Commitments and Corruption-Free Governance

Reaffirming welfare commitments, he said there would be no revision of guarantee schemes, but acknowledged misuse of subsidised electricity connections being used for commercial purposes, which would be addressed.

He concluded by reiterating the government's commitment to a "free, fair and corruption-free" administration, seeking cooperation from officials and stakeholders for effective implementation. (ANI)

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