New Delhi: The National Center for Good Governance (NCGG) has signed an MoU with the Government of Maldives to enhance the skills and capabilities of 1,000 civil servants in the field of public administration and governance by 2024. As part of the agreement, NCGG has already provided training to 685 officers from Maldives.
The successful completion of the Capacity Building Program for Maldivian Civil Servants marks a convergence of shared values and spirit of cooperation, which serves as a testimony to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s ‘neighbourhood first’ approach.
A well-educated and skilled workforce forms the backbone of a thriving economy, fostering innovation, productivity and competitiveness in the global arena. Bharat Lal, Director General, NCGG, emphasized that civil servants hold a unique position of responsibility, as they are instrumental in designing and implementing policies affecting the education sector.
He urged them to provide equal access to education, remove gaps in learning opportunities and promote a holistic approach to skill development.
The Director General emphasized the importance of creating an enabling environment for women through provision of essential amenities such as 24-hour water and power supply and adequate sanitation facilities.
Empowering women through the provision of basic amenities not only boosts economic outcomes but also promotes gender equality. He said, by ensuring their equal participation in economic activities, societies can harness the full potential of their human capital and drive sustainable development.