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Officials Pledge 'Seva' Ethos, Aim for Citizen-Centric 'Viksit Bharat'

Officials from the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs convened to take a pledge upholding the ethos of 'Seva' or service, transitioning from a sense of entitlement. The meeting, chaired by Secretary Nikunja Bihari Dhal, emphasized placing citizens at the core of all decisions and actions. Discussions covered achievements toward 'Viksit Bharat', structural reforms, and strengthening transparency and accountability in governance. The pledge is part of a wider government adoption of the Seva Sankalp Resolution, reflecting the Prime Minister's vision for nation-building.

Key Points: Parliamentary Affairs Officials Take Seva Sankalp Pledge

  • Officials take Seva Sankalp pledge
  • Focus on citizen-centric governance
  • Drive for transparency & accountability
  • Part of wider Viksit Bharat mission
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Parliamentary Affairs Ministry officials take pledge to serve people

Ministry officials pledge to transition from entitlement to service, focusing on citizen-centric governance and the Viksit Bharat goal.

"transition from a 'sense of entitlement' to the 'sense of service' - Secretary Nikunja Bihari Dhal"

New Delhi, March 3

In pursuance of the "Seva Sankalp Resolution" adopted by the Union Cabinet in its first meeting at "Seva Teerth", the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs convened a meeting of all officials to take the pledge to uphold the ethos of 'Seva' or service, an official said on Tuesday.

The meeting was held on Monday under the chairmanship of the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs Secretary Nikunja Bihari Dhal, the official said in a statement.

Addressing the officers, the Secretary emphasised the need for transition from a "sense of entitlement" to the "sense of service" in public administration.

He underscored that citizens must remain at the core of every decision and action, and that governance must be driven by dedication, integrity and responsiveness.

Secretary Dhal highlighted the importance of performing official duties with a spirit of sincerity and devotion and encouraged officers to work in a manner that leaves a lasting institutional legacy.

"Various achievements made in past 12 years in various fields towards achieving the goal of 'Viksit Bharat' were discussed. Various structural changes and reforms being undertaken across government departments were also deliberated," the statement added.

Discussions also focused on strengthening transparency, accountability, time-bound disposal of work, and effective coordination in the discharge of parliamentary and administrative responsibilities.

Officers reaffirmed their commitment to uphold the ethos of Seva and citizen-centric governance towards achieving the goal of 'Viksit Bharat' as envisaged in the Resolution.

Similar pledge was taken at other Central government offices as well where officials recited the three-page resolution adopted by the Union Cabinet during the first meeting in the new Prime Minister's Office (PMO), Seva Teerth, last week.

The Seva Sankalp Resolution is a mission statement for the Union government reflecting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for nation building and serving the 1.4 crore citizens of the country.

Earlier, to mark the birthday of Prime Minister Modi on September 17 last year, volunteers on the NaMo App launched a unique 15-day digital volunteering initiative under Seva Parv 2025.

The 'Seva Parv 2025' celebrations observed till October 2025, honoured PM Modi's lifelong commitment to the spirit of service to the nation.

'Seva Parv 2025' brought to life a collection of interactive experiences on NaMo App, inviting citizens and karyakartas to join hands in acts of service during the auspicious occasion of PM Modi's birthday.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Pledges and resolutions are good for optics, but the real test is on the ground. I've been running from pillar to post for a property document for months. Will this 'Seva Sankalp' make that officer answer my calls or process my file without a "fee"? Actions matter, not just words.
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Arjun K
Focusing on 'Viksit Bharat' is the need of the hour. If all departments coordinate with this service mindset, we can achieve great progress. The emphasis on time-bound work is crucial. Let's hope this isn't a one-day event but a sustained cultural change in the sarkari machinery.
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Sarah B
As someone who has worked with government projects, the commitment to transparency and accountability is key. The 'citizen at the core' philosophy, if implemented sincerely, can bridge the trust deficit. The structural reforms mentioned are what will make the real difference.
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Vikram M
The spirit is commendable. 'Seva' is a core Indian value. Linking it to governance is perfect. My humble request: please start with the front-line staff in municipal offices and police stations. That's where the public feels the heat. A top-down pledge must become a bottom-up reality. 👍
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Karthik V
Good step. But why is this being mixed with political events like PM's birthday? 'Seva Parv' and 'NaMo App' mentions make a bureaucratic pledge seem partisan. Serving the nation should be a neutral, permanent duty for officers, not tied to any individual or app. Keep governance separate.

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