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Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Wednesday called upon the 2024 batch of IAS officer trainees to view the Indian Administrative Service as a lifelong commitment to the Constitution and the nation, rather than just a profession.
Speaking at the “Assistant Secretaries Programme” organized by the Lok Sabha Secretariat’s training arm PRIDE at Parliament House, Birla described civil servants as pivotal agents of change responsible for turning public aspirations into real-world outcomes. He stressed that the ultimate success of any governance model hinges on how effectively policies are executed at the grassroots level.
During the interaction, Birla highlighted Parliament as the apex body reflecting the citizens’ expectations and noted that this parliamentary attachment offers a prime opportunity to understand the legislative process and democratic accountability. He explained that while elected representatives voice public needs and enact laws, it is the administrative machinery that gives these laws true value through efficient execution.
Advising the future administrators to stay connected with the ground reality, the Speaker emphasized that effective governance requires empathy, sensitivity, and local understanding alongside technical knowledge of rules. He noted that officers who communicate in local languages and directly address public grievances are much more successful in building trust. Birla also praised the rising number of women entering the civil services, stating their participation strengthens national governance. Concluding his address, he urged the trainees to maintain the highest standards of integrity and transparency, focusing their careers on serving the most vulnerable sections of society.
Last Updated on: 11 June 2026 12:03 AM