"Government must be visible in every locality": Delhi Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh at review meeting
New Delhi, June 7
In a significant review meeting held at Varunalaya today, Delhi's Water and PWD Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh met with Zonal Revenue Officers and stressed the need for transparent, honest and citizen-centric governance.
Addressing the officers, the Minister said that government schemes and public welfare initiatives can achieve their true purpose only when they reach the people for whom they are intended. He directed all ZROs to maintain regular contact with residents, listen to their concerns on the ground and ensure that information about government benefits and services reaches every household.
Emphasising accountability in public service, the Minister instructed officers to work with complete transparency and integrity while discharging their responsibilities. He said that officers must not remain confined to offices but should actively engage with communities and become a bridge between the government and citizens.
"The real measure of governance is what people experience in their daily lives. Every citizen should know what facilities and benefits the government is providing and how they can access them. Our officers must work among the people, understand their concerns and resolve issues with honesty and sensitivity. Public service is a responsibility that demands transparency, dedication and accountability at every step," said Parvesh Sahib Singh.
The Minister further noted that trust between citizens and the government is built through regular engagement and responsive administration. He urged officers to ensure that grievances are addressed promptly and that no eligible citizen is deprived of government services due to lack of information or administrative delays.
The meeting focused on strengthening field-level governance, improving public outreach and enhancing coordination between various administrative units to ensure efficient service delivery across Delhi.
According to the Delhi government, the government remains committed to building an administration that is transparent, accessible and responsive, with the welfare of citizens at the centre of every decision.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Sounds good in theory. But how will they ensure transparency in practice? We've heard similar promises before. The devil is in the implementation. Let's see if this translates into actual change on the ground.
Good to see the Delhi government focusing on local outreach. But I hope this isn't just another photo-op meeting. The real challenge is corruption at the lower levels. If they can clean that up, then we'll see real progress. 😊
Being from a middle-class colony in Delhi, I can tell you that many people don't even know what schemes are available for them. This outreach is much needed. But officers must be trained to be approachable, not rude like they often are. 🙏
Finally, a government that talks about accountability. But words are cheap. I want to see a system where citizens can rate their local officers online. That would be true transparency. Let's see if this minister walks the talk.
This is exactly what India needs - governance that reaches the last mile. I hope the minister also focuses on water quality and PWD roads in our areas. Those issues have been pending for years. Let's see some action now! 💪
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