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Independent initiative to celebrate good governance, innovative grassroots interventions from across Indian districts by #IAS Officers. Amplifying positivity!

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Joined February 2017
Water security in India is increasingly a question of institutions, not just infrastructure. A new case study of Gujarat's reforms (2001-2026) argues that political prioritisation, sustained financing, cross-government partnerships and community ownership mattered as much as hardware. Context shapes what transfers, but the question travels: are the institutions in place to keep water flowing after the taps are installed? Article in @IndianExpress 👇 #transfer #posting #bureaucracy #BureaucratsIndia @PMOIndia @narendramodi @AmitShah @CMOGuj @InfoGujarat @PIBAhmedabad
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“Strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from an indomitable will.” Mahatma Gandhi Remembering Mahatma Gandhi on Gandhi Jayanti, and the power of a will strong enough to move a nation. #GandhiJayanti
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Indian hockey deserves better. 🏑🇮🇳 The World Cup saw the jersey controversy. Now, just ahead of the Asian Games, another controversy has emerged. At a time when our players are training relentlessly and need complete focus and confidence, internal matters of Hockey India are being taken to the media. More troubling is the alleged bypassing of the Executive Committee and established governance norms. With Hockey India elections around the corner, such unilateral actions and media pressure raise serious questions about the intent and timing. Governance is meant to strengthen institutions, not create turbulence around major tournaments. The Executive Committee exists for a reason. Decisions affecting Indian hockey must follow due process, collective responsibility and the organisation’s bylaws. Let our players focus on the game. Keep the politics out. @TheHockeyIndia @asia_hockey @Media_SAI @IndiaSports @YASMinistry @FIH_Hockey @mansukhmandviya @DilipTirkey @WeAreTeamIndia @16Sreejesh #HockeyIndia #IndianHockey #AsianGames2026
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स्वतंत्रता दिवस की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ। Wishing you all a very Happy Independence Day. India’s journey is shaped not only by national milestones, but by the quality of governance delivered every day. A salute to those who make that journey count.
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#GoodGovernance For a tribal family, a road is not just a way to reach the next village. It can mean a child reaching school on time, a patient reaching a hospital sooner, a farmer taking produce to market and a community reaching opportunities that once seemed distant. In Srikakulam, that connection is now reaching 291 tribal habitations, backed by Rs 198 cr for road development. District Collector Swapnil Dinkar Pundkar, IAS, highlighted the effort as part of the government’s focused measures for the welfare and development of tribal communities. @PundkarSwapnil @Collectorsklm @AndhraPradeshCM
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#GoodGovernance A proud milestone for the Baghpat District Administration, led by District Magistrate Smt Asmita Lal, IAS. Through a focused and well-executed public health campaign, the district successfully facilitated HPV vaccination for 3,586 girls aged 14–15 years, helping protect them against cervical cancer. The initiative, implemented with the active support of the district and police administration, is a shining example of effective governance delivering lasting health outcomes. For this outstanding contribution to public health and adolescent girls' welfare, the Hon'ble Governor of Uttar Pradesh, Smt Anandiben Patel, honoured the Baghpat District Administration with a Certificate of Appreciation. Congratulations to DM Smt Lal, the Health Department, police administration, frontline healthcare workers, and every individual who made this achievement possible. @anandibenpatel @myogiadityanath @AsmitaLal17 @BagpatDm @UPGovt
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🌾 District administrations driving agricultural change - This recognition is for you! Has your district pioneered an innovative initiative in sustainable agriculture, climate resilience, water conservation, natural farming, or farmer welfare? The Sustainable Agriculture Awards 2026 are inviting nominations from District Collectors / Deputy Commissioners / District Magistrates for outstanding district-level interventions. 📅 3rd National Sustainable Agriculture Summit & Awards 2026 7 August 2026 | New Delhi If your district has created a model that deserves national recognition, nominate now. Let your success inspire districts across India. See the banner for nomination details 👇
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You have been doing some amazing work Asmita Lal, IAS as DM of Baghpat. Kudos to you and team for organising this mass marriage ❤️ बागपत के शहनाई की गूंज दूर तक जाएगी 🎶 @BagpatDm @AsmitaLal17 @BureaucratsInd
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A bowl of water. A DM full of heart 💖 While the heat rises, IAS officer and Baghpat DM Asmita Lal is making sure kindness doesn’t dry up in this sugarcane belt. The 'Baghpat Bowl' initiative - water bowls placed across the district for birds and stray animals - is compassion in its simplest, purest form. At an event in Baraut, the Bureaucrats India team received one such bowl, and honestly, it may just be the most meaningful souvenir ever. @AsmitaLal17 @BagpatDm @myogioffice @BureaucratsInd @navneetanand @pragyaranjan1 @PoojaGrey
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Bapu your ideals shall be our guiding force forever 🙏 #MahatmaGandhi #GandhiPunyatithi #Gandhi
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#GoodGovernance Residents of the Government Old Age Home at Mandepalli will soon get an opportunity to visit the Tyagaraja Swamy Aradhana Utsavams at Vemulawada, thanks to a thoughtful initiative by Rajanna Sircilla In-charge & District Collector, Garima Agrawal, IAS. During her visit to the old age home, she spent time interacting with senior citizens, distributed fruits, and, more importantly, listened to them with care. When they shared their wish to visit the revered Utsavams, she ensured it became a reality. It’s often these small, humane gestures that leave the deepest impact and bring the brightest smiles ❤️ @TelanganaCMO @Collector_RSL @IPRTelangana @revanth_anumula @Garimakagrawal
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Wishing you all a very happy new year ✨💐 नव वर्ष की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ 🙏 #HappyNewYear2026 #HappyNewYear
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Adilabad adopts #AI for special education An AI-based teaching lab has been launched at the Bhavitha Centre to support children with #mentaldisabilities. District Collector Rajarshi Shah, IAS, said the initiative uses interactive #digital tools to strengthen #communication and cognitive skills, moving away from conventional #teaching methods. @RajarshiShahIAS @Collector_ADB @TelanganaCS @IPRTelangana @TelanganaCMO
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At Bureaucrats India and DCs of India, we mourn a life that rose from simplicity to greatness. Sri Mahantesh Bilagi, IAS, was more than an admired officer of Karnataka - he was a reminder of what quiet determination, integrity, and compassion can achieve. Born into an ordinary family, he carved an extraordinary path, inspiring countless young Indians who saw in him the proof that sincere effort and honest service still matter. His sudden passing in an accident is a loss that feels unbearably heavy. Officers remember his warmth. Colleagues recall his clarity and conviction. Citizens knew him as someone who carried responsibility not as power, but as service. In his journey, so many found hope. In his work, people found dignity. In his humility, we found the meaning of public life. Today, we grieve not only an exceptional officer, but a good human being - one whose legacy will quietly continue in the lives he touched and the youth he inspired. Rest in peace, Sir. You will be remembered with respect, affection, and gratitude.💐💔
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On #ConstitutionDay, we pay tribute to the vision that laid the foundation of a democratic, just and equitable India. The Constitution stands as a living document that continues to guide our nation through changing times, ensuring that every citizen is protected, empowered and heard. Its principles remind us of the importance of strong institutions, responsible governance and active citizenship in shaping India’s future. May we continue to uphold these ideals with integrity and commitment. #SamvidhanDiwas #BRAmbedkar
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In Mulugu, #ChildrenDay came with a sweet surprise ❤️ “Sir, who inspires you?” “What made you choose public service?” “What do you enjoy most about your work?” These were some of the questions govt school students confidently asked DC Diwakar TS, IAS, as part of @DishaF_India’s ELF English Learn to Read programme. The students also performed a short role play on why Children’s Day matters. Smiling, @CollectorMulugu told them, “Move forward with courage, with education as your goal.” The ELF programme now runs in 72 govt primary schools in Mulugu, helping young learners find their voice. @TelanganaCMO
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#GoodGovernance Lunch & lessons! Narayanpet District Collector @collector_nrpt @IasSikta surprised students at Mahatma Jyotiba Phule School, Maktha today~ joining them for lunch and celebrating #NationalEducationDay. From tasting the midday meal to chatting about studies, sports, and dreams, the Collector turned a regular school day into an inspiring one. Students, full of confidence, pledged to score above 550 marks in Class 10. Encouragement tastes just as good as a nutritious meal! @revanth_anumula @TelanganaCS
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When India stood at the crossroads of independence, Sardar Patel saw beyond the map- he saw a nation waiting to find its rhythm in unity. His work of integration was as much an act of diplomacy as it was of conviction. On #EktaDiwas, we revisit his legacy- not as nostalgia, but as a reminder that unity remains a continuous task. #SardarVallabhbhaiPatel #RashtriyaEktaDiwas
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