Defence MoS Sanjay Seth to honour naval civilians on April 23
New Delhi, April 21
Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth will honour naval civilians for their contributions and excellence in various fields, including enhancement of the operational preparedness of the Indian Navy, at an event on April 23, an official said on Tuesday.
The Naval Civilian Function, to be held at Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi, will also witness the formal inauguration of NCMIS Version 2.0 (SAKSHAM), specialised training modules (NavKalp) on the iGOT platform, and biannual magazine Udantika, said the official in a statement.
The event will also showcase major initiatives undertaken by Naval Headquarters, Command Headquarters, and various Units to optimise administrative efficiency, drive digital transformation, and promote training and welfare activities.
Over the past year, several significant initiatives have been undertaken to strengthen human resource management, improve administrative processes, and enhance overall welfare, the statement said.
Key highlights include promulgation of policies to streamline promotions, issuance of clarifications on complex guidelines, and regulation of transfers and out-of-turn promotions.
The introduction of the Abhar Ceremony to honour superannuating personnel, and the timely grant of MACP (Modified Assured Career Progression) and NFU (Non-Functional Upgradation) to eligible personnel, it said.
Efforts have also been made to revise and update recruitment rules in line with current requirements, conduct training programmes and workshops for skill development, and implement welfare initiatives.
These include MoUs with premier educational institutions, State Bank of India for CGSP (Central Government Salary Package) accounts, and Bajaj Allianz for life insurance coverage, as well as organisation of workshops focusing on mental health and well-being of personnel, said the statement.
Significant advancements in digital transformation have also been achieved, including the implementation of NCMIS (Naval Civilian Management Integrated System) Version 2.0 (SAKSHAM), development of customised training modules (NavKalp) on the iGOT Karmayogi Bharat platform, and extension of the facilities of Defence Travel System (DTS) and DigiLocker for Naval Civilians, said the statement.
— IANS
Reader Comments
The focus on digital transformation with SAKSHAM and iGOT is very forward-thinking. Streamlining promotions and transfers will definitely boost morale and efficiency. Good move.
Finally some recognition for the unsung heroes! My uncle served as a civilian in the Navy for 35 years. The new welfare initiatives, especially on mental health, are much needed. Well done.
While I appreciate the ceremony, I hope this isn't just a one-day event for photo ops. The real honour is in timely promotions, clear policies, and proper implementation of schemes like MACP throughout the year.
MoUs with educational institutions and SBI for salary packages are practical benefits that will directly help the families. The 'Abhar Ceremony' is a nice cultural touch to show respect during retirement.
The integration of DigiLocker and Defence Travel System for civilians is a smart use of existing digital infrastructure. It shows a commitment to modernizing support functions, which is crucial for operational readiness.
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