New Delhi: Koraput district in Odisha has been conferred with the prestigious Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Public Administration for the year 2024.
The award, presented under the category of ‘Holistic Development of Districts,’ recognizes the district’s outstanding achievements and significant progress in governance and overall development.
The esteemed accolade was received by V. Keerthi Vasan, the Collector & District Magistrate of Koraput, from the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi during a ceremony held today at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, as part of the Civil Services Day celebrations.
Minister of State Personnel & Public Grievances, Jitendra Singh, Principal Secretary-2 to PM Shaktikanta Das and other senior officials were present.
This recognition underscores the remarkable efforts undertaken by the Koraput district administration in fostering comprehensive and inclusive development across various sectors.
The selection for this prestigious award highlights the district’s commitment to effective implementation of government schemes, innovative approaches to address local challenges, and tangible improvements in the lives of its citizens.
Sources indicate that Koraput’s holistic development strategy encompassed significant advancements in areas such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, agriculture, and social welfare.
The district’s administration, under the dynamic leadership of Shri Vasan, has demonstrated exemplary dedication in ensuring efficient service delivery and promoting citizen-centric governance.
Speaking after receiving the award, Shri Vasan expressed his gratitude for the recognition and dedicated the award to the people of Koraput and the entire district administration team. He emphasized the collective effort and collaborative spirit that drove the district’s developmental success.
The Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Public Administration serves as a testament to the dedication and hard work of civil servants and district administrations across the country in bringing about positive change at the grassroots level.
Team Koraput’s achievement under the leadership of Shri Vasan will undoubtedly serve as an inspiration for other districts to strive for excellence in public service and holistic development.