J&K Secures 3rd Rank Nationally Under Mission Karmayogi During SĀDHANA Saptah

J&K Secures 3rd Rank Nationally Under Mission Karmayogi During SĀDHANA Saptah

JAMMU, Apr 17: Jammu and Kashmir has secured the third rank nationally under Mission Karmayogi during SĀDHANA Saptah, marking a significant milestone in institutionalising continuous learning and competency-driven governance among civil servants.

The recognition reflects the Union Territory’s structured implementation of reforms under the National Programme for Civil Services Capacity Building. With a focus on role-based capacity building, competency mapping, and optimal use of the iGOT Karmayogi digital platform, J&K has demonstrated measurable progress in strengthening administrative capacity.

Official data reveals that 2,01,962 officials from the UT have been onboarded on the platform, collectively achieving 4,13,722 course completions. Of these, 2,74,511 completions were in AI-focused courses. Additionally, 54,003 employees completed more than one hour of learning, while 37,309 officials surpassed four hours, indicating strong engagement with the initiative.

The award was presented during the SĀDHANA Saptah Facilitation Ceremony held at Vigyan Bhawan.

Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh, presided over the function and felicitated top-performing States, Union Territories, and institutions. Commissioner/Secretary, General Administration Department, M. Raju, received the award on behalf of the J&K government.

In a notable achievement, the Jammu and Kashmir Institute of Management Public Administration and Rural Development was conferred a Special Award for becoming the first institution in the country to successfully complete Capacity Building Plans (CBPs) across all departments, setting a national benchmark in operationalising Mission Karmayogi objectives.

During SĀDHANA Saptah, the UT administration ensured active participation through a structured and closely monitored approach. Nodal officers were designated to oversee engagement and ensure completion of prescribed learning hours on the iGOT platform in line with NPCSCB guidelines. The J&K Chief Secretary monitored progress through regular reviews to ensure effective implementation.

Dr. Jitendra Singh has consistently emphasised the importance of strengthening capacity building and promoting good governance practices. This commitment was reiterated at a recent regional conference in Jammu on holistic district development, focusing on integrated planning, enhanced capacity, and improved governance outcomes at the grassroots level.

The recognition underscores the government’s commitment to building a competent, accountable, and citizen-centric civil service aligned with the vision of Mission Karmayogi Bharat. The J&K administration has reiterated its resolve to further strengthen capacity-building mechanisms and sustain reform momentum for improved public service delivery.