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The programmes are expected to commence soon, with a focus on senior and mid-level officers from Mauritius
India and Mauritius have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation in the realm of governance through a successful round of talks aimed at capacity-building programs. The discussions, held over three days from September 23 to 25, 2024, concluded on a positive note, with both nations agreeing to collaborate on a range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the skills and competencies of public officers in Mauritius.
A high-level delegation from Mauritius, led by Secretary for Public Service Conhye visited India’s National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG), a premier institute operating under the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), to engage in talks. The Indian delegation, led by Secretary DARPG and Director General NCGG V Srinivas played a pivotal role in driving discussions that focused on the roadmap for future collaborations.
The three-day official visit concluded on a high note, with both sides agreeing to a clear roadmap for enhanced bilateral cooperation. During the debriefing meeting, the contours of future capacity-building programs for Mauritius’ public officers were discussed in detail. The visit culminated with the exchange of a draft Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Ministry of Public Service, Administrative and Institutional Reforms of Mauritius and the NCGG.
This MoU will serve as the foundation for future collaborations, ensuring that public officers in Mauritius benefit from India’s expertise in governance and administration. The programmes are expected to commence soon, with a focus on senior and mid-level officers who play key roles in policy implementation and public service delivery.
India and Mauritius have a long history of diplomatic and developmental cooperation, particularly in governance, administrative reforms, and public service capacity building. This visit was part of ongoing efforts to build upon that foundation, with a special focus on enhancing the administrative capabilities of Mauritian public officers through capacity-building programs and faculty development initiatives.
Explore Specialised Programmes for Officers From Mauritius
During the visit, officials from both sides discussed the avenues for collaboration between the NCGG and the Ministry of Public Service, Administrative and Institutional Reforms in Mauritius.
The primary aim of the talks was to explore the scope for conducting specialised programmes that would build the capacities of senior and mid-level public officers from Mauritius. These programs, which would be modeled on the highly successful initiatives undertaken by the NCGG for other countries, would include faculty development sessions, workshops on governance best practices, and tailored training modules.
A key highlight of the visit was the interactive session organized between the Mauritian delegation and Indian District Collectors (DCs) and District Magistrates (DMs) who have been awarded for their governance initiatives by the Indian Prime Minister’s office. These officials, including Varnali Deka from Nalbari, Assam, and Deepak Meena from Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, shared insights into the roles and responsibilities of Indian district-level administrators, shedding light on governance challenges and reforms aimed at improving public service delivery.
This interaction provided a real-world view of how India is tackling governance challenges at the district level, which resonated with the Mauritian officials. It highlighted the potential for adopting similar approaches in Mauritius to improve service delivery, transparency, and accountability.
During the visit, the Mauritius delegation also engaged with leading Indian governance experts and officials from key institutions such as PM GatiShakti, the Government eMarketplace (GeM), and the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). These sessions provided valuable insights into India’s ongoing digitization efforts and governance reforms, offering a blueprint for Mauritius to consider as it looks to modernize its own administrative systems.
Director General Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA) S.N. Tripathi briefed the delegation on India’s public administration framework, emphasizing decentralization and transparency. The delegation also visited Paryavaran Bhawan to observe best practices in environmental governance and policy implementation.
Another key meeting was held with Arun Singhal, Director General of the National Archives of India, who showcased India’s efforts in digitizing historical records and preserving national heritage. This session was of particular interest to the Mauritian officials, who are keen to implement similar digitization projects in their own public service.
Zero Tolerance Approach to Corruption
Corruption remains a significant challenge for many governments, and the Mauritius delegation had the opportunity to learn about India’s “zero tolerance” approach during an interaction with the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC). P Daniel, Secretary of the CVC, briefed the delegation on India’s anti-corruption measures and how they are embedded in the public service framework. This session underscored the importance of transparency and integrity in governance, which are shared priorities for both India and Mauritius.
The Mauritius delegation also met with officials from India’s Central Information Commission (CIC), where they discussed the promotion of transparency through the Right to Information (RTI) framework. Chief Information Commissioner Heeralal Samariya, along with Information Commissioners Anandi Ramalingam and Vinod Kumar Tiwari, presented the successes and challenges of RTI in promoting public accountability.
One of the key aspects of the talks was India’s Mission Karmayogi, an ambitious capacity-building initiative aimed at transforming the Indian civil service. Adil Zainulbhai, Chairman of the Capacity Building Commission (CBC), presented an overview of Mission Karmayogi to the Mauritian delegation, explaining how the program is designed to enhance the efficiency, competency, and responsiveness of public servants.
Mission Karmayogi’s focus on continuous learning and development resonated with the Mauritian delegation, which expressed interest in adopting similar frameworks for their own civil service training programs. The mission’s emphasis on digital learning platforms, performance-linked incentives, and a citizen-centric approach to governance was seen as a potential model for improving public service delivery in Mauritius.
Conclusion
India’s commitment to supporting its maritime neighbor in governance reforms and capacity building remains steadfast. The visit of the Mauritius delegation marks yet another step in the deepening of ties between the two nations. By sharing best practices, promoting transparency, and enhancing the skills of public officers, India and Mauritius are working towards a more efficient and effective governance framework that will benefit both nations in the long run.
As India continues its efforts to build partnerships across the region, initiatives like these underscore the importance of collaboration in creating a future marked by good governance and strong public institutions.
A high-level delegation from Mauritius, led by Secretary for Public Service Conhye visited India’s National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG), a premier institute operating under the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), to engage in talks. The Indian delegation, led by Secretary DARPG and Director General NCGG V Srinivas played a pivotal role in driving discussions that focused on the roadmap for future collaborations.
The three-day official visit concluded on a high note, with both sides agreeing to a clear roadmap for enhanced bilateral cooperation. During the debriefing meeting, the contours of future capacity-building programs for Mauritius’ public officers were discussed in detail. The visit culminated with the exchange of a draft Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Ministry of Public Service, Administrative and Institutional Reforms of Mauritius and the NCGG.
This MoU will serve as the foundation for future collaborations, ensuring that public officers in Mauritius benefit from India’s expertise in governance and administration. The programmes are expected to commence soon, with a focus on senior and mid-level officers who play key roles in policy implementation and public service delivery.
India and Mauritius have a long history of diplomatic and developmental cooperation, particularly in governance, administrative reforms, and public service capacity building. This visit was part of ongoing efforts to build upon that foundation, with a special focus on enhancing the administrative capabilities of Mauritian public officers through capacity-building programs and faculty development initiatives.
Explore Specialised Programmes for Officers From Mauritius
During the visit, officials from both sides discussed the avenues for collaboration between the NCGG and the Ministry of Public Service, Administrative and Institutional Reforms in Mauritius.
The primary aim of the talks was to explore the scope for conducting specialised programmes that would build the capacities of senior and mid-level public officers from Mauritius. These programs, which would be modeled on the highly successful initiatives undertaken by the NCGG for other countries, would include faculty development sessions, workshops on governance best practices, and tailored training modules.
A key highlight of the visit was the interactive session organized between the Mauritian delegation and Indian District Collectors (DCs) and District Magistrates (DMs) who have been awarded for their governance initiatives by the Indian Prime Minister’s office. These officials, including Varnali Deka from Nalbari, Assam, and Deepak Meena from Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, shared insights into the roles and responsibilities of Indian district-level administrators, shedding light on governance challenges and reforms aimed at improving public service delivery.
This interaction provided a real-world view of how India is tackling governance challenges at the district level, which resonated with the Mauritian officials. It highlighted the potential for adopting similar approaches in Mauritius to improve service delivery, transparency, and accountability.
During the visit, the Mauritius delegation also engaged with leading Indian governance experts and officials from key institutions such as PM GatiShakti, the Government eMarketplace (GeM), and the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). These sessions provided valuable insights into India’s ongoing digitization efforts and governance reforms, offering a blueprint for Mauritius to consider as it looks to modernize its own administrative systems.
Director General Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA) S.N. Tripathi briefed the delegation on India’s public administration framework, emphasizing decentralization and transparency. The delegation also visited Paryavaran Bhawan to observe best practices in environmental governance and policy implementation.
Another key meeting was held with Arun Singhal, Director General of the National Archives of India, who showcased India’s efforts in digitizing historical records and preserving national heritage. This session was of particular interest to the Mauritian officials, who are keen to implement similar digitization projects in their own public service.
Zero Tolerance Approach to Corruption
Corruption remains a significant challenge for many governments, and the Mauritius delegation had the opportunity to learn about India’s “zero tolerance” approach during an interaction with the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC). P Daniel, Secretary of the CVC, briefed the delegation on India’s anti-corruption measures and how they are embedded in the public service framework. This session underscored the importance of transparency and integrity in governance, which are shared priorities for both India and Mauritius.
The Mauritius delegation also met with officials from India’s Central Information Commission (CIC), where they discussed the promotion of transparency through the Right to Information (RTI) framework. Chief Information Commissioner Heeralal Samariya, along with Information Commissioners Anandi Ramalingam and Vinod Kumar Tiwari, presented the successes and challenges of RTI in promoting public accountability.
One of the key aspects of the talks was India’s Mission Karmayogi, an ambitious capacity-building initiative aimed at transforming the Indian civil service. Adil Zainulbhai, Chairman of the Capacity Building Commission (CBC), presented an overview of Mission Karmayogi to the Mauritian delegation, explaining how the program is designed to enhance the efficiency, competency, and responsiveness of public servants.
Mission Karmayogi’s focus on continuous learning and development resonated with the Mauritian delegation, which expressed interest in adopting similar frameworks for their own civil service training programs. The mission’s emphasis on digital learning platforms, performance-linked incentives, and a citizen-centric approach to governance was seen as a potential model for improving public service delivery in Mauritius.
Conclusion
India’s commitment to supporting its maritime neighbor in governance reforms and capacity building remains steadfast. The visit of the Mauritius delegation marks yet another step in the deepening of ties between the two nations. By sharing best practices, promoting transparency, and enhancing the skills of public officers, India and Mauritius are working towards a more efficient and effective governance framework that will benefit both nations in the long run.
As India continues its efforts to build partnerships across the region, initiatives like these underscore the importance of collaboration in creating a future marked by good governance and strong public institutions.
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