IIM Raipur hosts Public Leadership Programme for Chhattisgarh MLAs to strengthen governance

RAIPUR: Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Raipur organised a two-day Public Leadership Programme, specifically designed for the members of Chhattisgarh legislative Assembly. The programme, held on March 22-23, focused on strengthening governance capabilities and leadership competencies to achieve the vision of 'Viksit Chhattisgarh 2047'.
The inauguration ceremony welcomed Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, Assembly Speaker Dr Raman Singh, Leader of Opposition Dr Charandas Mahant, and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kedar Kashyap.
The Chief Minister stated, "This public leadership program is a strong platform for sharing new solutions and it will prove useful and meaningful in achieving the goal of developed Chhattisgarh 2047.
If we have to take the state forward, then we have to be equally prepared to deal with all kinds of challenges. We need to emphasise on the proper use of technology in public interest.
As a public representative, your behaviour with the common people is the biggest asset and it will strengthen the trust of the people in you and the parliamentary system."
The Speaker acknowledged the MLAs' dedication in attending the programme immediately after the budget session. He stated: "You might be wondering why we need training after winning. After winning, our responsibilities and roles increase, which is why we must continue to learn. We should not work only for our respective constituencies but for the overall betterment of Chhattisgarh."
Opposition Leader shared, "It would be a wrong notion to think that we became leaders as soon as we became MLAs. Becoming a leader is a process and we have to learn it.
A tribal son of Jashpur has become the Chief Minister today after overcoming difficult circumstances, this is the beauty and strength of our democracy. The main objective of all of us is the progress of Chhattisgarh and there is a need to move forward with this."
IIM Raipur Director Dr Ram Kumar Kakani, expressed, "At our institute, we believe in bridging the gap between education and administration.
This programme is not limited to learning but also an opportunity to collaborate, exchange ideas and share innovative solutions to not only elevate the administrative standards of Chhattisgarh but also provide inspiration to other states. This programme is designed to provide a platform for decision making and capacity building based on strategic dialogue elements, which is an essential element to achieve the goal of Developed Chhattisgarh 2047."
The programme covered essential topics including financial planning, public life narratives, artificial intelligence, media relations, public representatives' responsibilities, and governance transformation strategies.