Vice President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan delivered the keynote address on the occasion of 18th Civil Services Day in Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi today.
Emphasising that India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat @ 2047, the Vice President called upon officers to maintain the highest standards of commitment and integrity. He stressed the importance of last-mile delivery and responsiveness to ground realities to ensure that the benefits of governance reach every citizen, particularly the most vulnerable.
Referring to recent initiatives symbolising the spirit of public service, the Vice President mentioned Sewa Teerth and Kartavya Bhawan as embodiments of dedication, duty, and commitment to the nation. He called upon civil servants to ensure that their service leaves a meaningful and lasting impact by transforming lives and contributing to societal progress.
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh; Principal Secretary to PM, Dr. P. K. Mishra; Principal Secretary-2 to PM, Shri Shaktikanta Das; Cabinet Secretary Dr. T. V. Somanathan; Secretary, DARPG Ms. Nivedita Shukla Verma and other dignitaries were present during the occasion.