‘Some bad faces in government offices’; CM Pinarayi Vijayan vows to eradicate misconduct in government offices

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: There are some bad faces in government offices who are determined not to even resolve reasonable demands, said Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. He made these remarks while inaugurating the state-level deployment of K-Smart in three-tier panchayats. He acknowledged that many people have faced painful experiences due to this attitude and assured that the government is working hard to change this culture.

He clarified that not all employees are bad, but some prioritize their own interests and engage in wrong practices. The government is striving to eliminate such behavior. He emphasized that people evaluate the government based on its activities in local bodies.

The Chief Minister highlighted the state's new administrative culture, which gives priority to fulfilling promises. To support this, a progress report is released annually, helping to showcase governance and strengthen the bond between the government and the people. He also mentioned plans to modernize the civil service to align with current times, with K-Smart being a key initiative.

Kerala is the only state in India to declare the Internet as a civil right. Through K-Phone, 2023 public places have been turned into free Wi-Fi hotspots, with plans to add 2,000 more hotspots. The state has also become a hub for starting businesses quickly, with local bodies contributing significantly to increasing the ease of doing business here. Local bodies have excelled in projects like Life Mission and waste management.

Minister M.B. Rajesh, who presided over the meeting, stated that building permit applications submitted as per the rules are processed within an average of 9 seconds. Other dignitaries present included Ministers K. Rajan, V. Sivankutty, G.R. Anil, Mayor Arya Rajendran, and District Panchayat President D. Sureshkumar.