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| Annual Capacity Building Blueprint for Railway, Communication, and IT Sectors |
On February 23, 2024, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveiled an ambitious annual capacity building blueprint aimed at enhancing the skill sets of employees within his ministries overseeing the railways, communications, and information technology sectors. This initiative focuses on specialized training programs designed to facilitate the adoption of new technologies, improve citizen service delivery, and cultivate individual competencies. The overarching goal is to bolster the pivotal role these ministries play in fostering extensive digital and physical connectivity infrastructure throughout India.
The blueprint targets staff members from key institutions such as Indian Railways, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL), India Post, and Common Service Centers, all of which directly serve millions of citizens daily. Through tailored interventions, employees will undergo targeted upskilling to meet the evolving demands of their roles.
Feedback from the initial training round has been overwhelmingly positive, with employees reporting significant boosts in confidence levels, technical knowledge, and workplace performance effectiveness after completing online module-based courses on the iGOT Karmayogi digital learning platform.
Minister Vaishnaw emphasized the importance of instilling a people-centric approach through training, particularly for public servants transitioning from engineering supervisory roles to more direct user interactions. This mindset shift is crucial for aligning with the evolving needs of citizens.
The annual capacity building calendar aims to address multidimensional capability gaps, particularly in emerging technologies like 5G and AI, which hold immense potential for revolutionizing public service deliveries. Continuous reskilling is deemed essential to equip staff for the complex challenges associated with initiatives such as open fiber network connectivity, indigenous 5G rollout, and modern railway station development.
Central to this initiative is the iGOT Karmayogi platform, developed under Mission Karmayogi, which serves as a comprehensive online tool to guide civil service officials in their capacity building journey. It integrates five functional hubs for online learning, competency management, career development, discussions, and networking, thereby facilitating effective skill development and enhancing government execution capabilities. The platform offers various learning modes, including online, face-to-face, and blended learning, fostering a dynamic and interactive learning environment. Through sustained efforts and investment in capacity building, the blueprint aims to equip employees with the requisite skills to navigate the challenges and opportunities of the evolving landscape, ultimately contributing to the nation's progress and development.