New Delhi: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced significant financial allocations for the training and development of government employees in the Union Budget 2024-25. A total of Rs 309.74 crore has been designated to the Union Personnel Ministry for training programs both within India and internationally. This is part of a broader allocation of Rs 2,328.56 crore for the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances, and Pensions for the current fiscal year.
Detailed Budget Allocation for Training Programs
Breakdown of Training Funds:
- Training Division, ISTM, and LBSNAA: Rs 103.05 crore
- Training Schemes: Rs 120.56 crore
- National Civil Services Capacity Building Program (Mission Karmayogi): Rs 86.13 crore
Specific Provisions and Initiatives:
- Foundation and Refresher Courses: Programs at ISTM in Delhi and LBSNAA in Mussoorie for employees at all levels to stay updated on the latest rules, regulations, and qualifications.
- Mid-Career Training: Ensuring continuous professional development for government employees.
- Domestic and International Training: Budget for travel and course fees for Central Secretariat Service (CSS) and Central Secretariat Stenographer Service (CSSS) officers.
Mission Karmayogi:
- Aim: To transform government employees into more creative, proactive, professional, and technology-enabled individuals.
- Allocation: Rs 86.13 crore, reflecting its significance as a major reform initiative.
Other Major Allocations and Reforms
Training for All Scheme:
- Budget: Rs 120.56 crore
- Focus: Includes domestic funding for international training, enhancement of LBSNAA to a center of excellence, and expansion of ISTM training facilities.
Administrative Reforms and E-Governance:
- Allocation: Rs 80 crore
- Objective: Modernization of government offices and promotion of e-governance.
Right to Information (RTI) Act Promotion:
- Fund: Rs 2.6 crore for the current financial year to enhance transparency and information accessibility.
Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT):
- Budget: Rs 157.72 crore
- Role: Addressing grievances of public servants.
Staff Selection Commission (SSC):
- Allocation: Rs 418.15 crore
- Purpose: Recruitment for various central government positions.
Impact and Benefits
Enhanced Training and Development:
- Significant investment in training ensures that government employees are well-equipped with the latest knowledge and skills.
- Emphasis on both foundational and advanced training programs to cover all career stages.
Improved Administrative Efficiency:
- Modernized offices and better e-governance practices streamline administrative processes.
- Mission Karmayogi aims to create a more efficient and effective bureaucracy.
Greater Transparency and Accountability:
- Promotion of the RTI Act supports the government’s commitment to transparency and accountability.
With these substantial allocations in the Union Budget 2024-25, the government aims to foster a more competent, professional, and technologically adept workforce, ensuring better governance and public service delivery.
