Tripura CM Manik Saha inaugurates Civil Service Officers' Institute

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Tripura CM Manik Saha inaugurated the Civil Service Officers' Institute in Agartala, emphasizing the crucial role of bureaucrats in governance. He credited officials for successfully organizing the NEC Plenary and managing crises like floods. Saha recalled Sardar Patel's description of civil servants as India's "steel frame" while advocating for better facilities to retain talent. The event was attended by top officials including Chief Secretary JK Sinha and DGP Anurag.

"Civil service officials are the steel frame of India" – Manik Saha recalling Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Agartala, May 18: Tripura CM Manik Saha today said that public representatives think of many schemes and ways to benefit the public, but ultimately, these are implemented by civil service officials, and it is because of them that people are being benefited.

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CM Saha highlights civil servants' role in policy implementation

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Praises officers for NEC Plenary success

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Stresses need for proper accommodation for out-of-state officers

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Notes Tripura's 59 IAS, 42 IPS officers in service

Saha made this statement after attending the foundation stone laying ceremony of the Civil Service Officers' Institute at Kunjaban, Agartala on Sunday.

"We must work properly and go in-depth and understand things. I never thought of becoming a doctor and then being appointed to many posts. I had no such targets. But you have to try, and if you have a desire to work for people, you will reach your destination. Such institutes are located in various parts of the country. Then I asked -- why not here in Tripura? We must think of officers coming from outside the state. If I go outside the state and don't get proper accommodation and other facilities, then I would also want to come back here to Agartala," he said.

Saha also recalled that Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel once said civil service officials are the steel frame of India.

"The most important matter is relationships. As public representatives, we think of many schemes and how to benefit the public, but ultimately, these are implemented by officials. After our government came to power, we never created pressure on officials, which was there earlier. If such things continue, then only a healthy atmosphere will be created here. People are joining the civil services purely for work purposes. Due to transparent policies, talented people are joining the civil services in Tripura," said Saha.

He informed that Tripura currently has 59 IAS officers, 42 IPS officers, 40 IFS officers, 470 TCS officers, 152 TPS officers, and 50 TFS officers.

"Some IAS officers are posted outside the state. When I decided to hold the NEC Plenary session, it was successful due to the efforts of officials. Many Governors have come here and wanted the NEC Plenary to be held again and again in Tripura, and this credit goes to all of you. During last year's flood-like situation, officials worked tirelessly. I believe if we work together, we can solve the basic issues of the people and help them by implementing central and state government projects. All schemes are dependent on the civil service officials, because of whom people get benefits," he added.

During the event, Chief Secretary JK Sinha, DGP Anurag, Secretaries Kiran Gitte and RK Shamal, and the PCCF were present.

Reader Comments

Here are 6 diverse Indian perspective comments for the article:
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Rahul K.
Good initiative by Tripura government! Civil servants are indeed the backbone of administration. But I hope this institute also focuses on ethics training - we've seen too many cases of corruption in bureaucracy across India. Quality infrastructure must be matched with quality governance. 👍
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Priya M.
As someone from Northeast India, I appreciate CM Saha's focus on improving facilities for officers. Often our region gets neglected in such matters. When officers get proper accommodation and working conditions, they can serve people better. Hope other NE states follow this example!
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Arjun S.
While the institute is welcome, I'm more interested in the claim about "no pressure on officials". In reality, political interference in bureaucracy remains a big problem across India. Actions speak louder than words - let's see if Tripura can truly become a model state in this regard.
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Sunita R.
My brother is a TCS officer in Tripura. He says working conditions have improved in recent years. Such institutes will help retain talent in the state. But government must also ensure timely promotions and fair transfers - these matter more than buildings for officer welfare.
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Vikram J.
Good step! But numbers tell another story - only 59 IAS for entire Tripura? That's very less compared to other states. Center should allocate more officers to NE states. Development happens when administration reaches grassroots, not just in capital cities. #MoreOfficersForNE
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Neha T.
CM's words about Sardar Patel are inspiring! But let's not forget - steel frame needs regular maintenance. Hope this institute includes training on new technologies like e-governance. Digital India should reach Tripura's bureaucracy too. Officers must be tech-savvy to serve citizens better in 21st century. 💻

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