INSTITUTE NEWS 

Training Programme for Dairy Field/ Technical Officer Trainees, Government of Bihar

The training programme for Dairy Field/ Technical Officer Trainees, Government of Bihar was organised from June 16-20, 2025. It was sponsored by BIPARD. The objective of the programme was to familiarize the participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage dairy operations effectively. Programme coordinators were Dr Mamta Pathania and Dr Amit Singh. 

Programme for Provincial Civil Service Officer Trainees, Government of Maharashtra

The training programmes for Provincial Civil Service Officer Trainees, Government of Maharashtra were organised from June 9-13, 2025 and June 16-20, 2025 respectively. They were sponsored by VANAMATI. The objectives of the programme were to make participants understand critical issues in governance with national perspective. Dr Sachin Chowdhry and Dr Manan Dwivedi were the programme coordinators. 

Programme on generation of Own Source Revenue (OSR) by Gram Panchayats 

A three-day training of trainers on generation of own source revenue by Gram Panchayats was organised from June 23-25, 2025. It was sponsored by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Government of India. Shri Vivek Bharadwaj, Secretary, Ministry of Panchayati Raj inaugurated the programme. The objective of the programme was to make participants understand the policy frameworks and implement capacity-building initiatives to enhance the financial autonomy of Panchayats. During the three-day training the participants were able to learn: Foundations of Own Source Revenue (OSR), Strategic Approaches to Enhance OSR, Behavioural Science for Better Tax Collection, Utilization of OSR for Village Development, Behavioral Science and Innovative Financing, Exploring Innovative Project Financing Options, Revenue Forecasting and Planning for Sustainability, Using SWOT Analysis for Revenue Growth; and Project Management for Effective GPDP Implementation. Around 64 participants attended the programme. Programme coordinator was Dr Saket Bihari. 

Programme on “Communication & Presentation Skills” for the Probationers of ISS

A training programme on “Communication & Presentation Skills” for the Probationers of the Indian Statistical Service (ISS) was organized from June 23-27, 2025. It was sponsored by National Statistical Systems Training Academy (NSSTA), Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, Government of India. The programme was designed to provide participants with comprehensive insights into the principles and practices of effective communication. It was aimed to enhance their proficiency in various aspects of professional communication, including interpersonal communication, public speaking, and presentation skills, while sensitizing them to the nuances of communication in government and public sector contexts. During the programme the participants were able to learn about: Identifying essential elements of communication; Analyzing the effectiveness of their current style of communication; understand barriers to communication and strategies to deal with difficult people; Develop skills of presentation at seminars, meetings, programme, designing presentations, etc. Around 30 participants attended the programme. Programme coordinators were Prof Neetu Jain and Dr Shweta Mittal. 

Programme on Gender Sensitive Planning

The Centre for Urban Studies, IIPA organised a three-day training programme on Gender Sensitive Planning from June 25-27, 2025. The objective of the programme was to make participants understand the concept of gender in urban contexts and its impact on city planning. During the programme, the participants were able to learn about: Gender Perspectives in Urban Planning; Inclusive Mobility and Transport Systems; Safe and Equitable Public Spaces; Gendered Access to Housing, Sanitation, and Basic Services; Governance, Participation and Leadership; and Case Studies and Innovations. Around 21 District Town Planner, Assistant/Associate Town Planner/Section Officers, Junior/Assistant Engineers, Junior Research Fellow, Assistant Municipal Commissioner, Executive Officer, etc attended the programme. Prof KK Pandey and Dr Kusum Lata were the programme coordinators. 

Programme on emerging solutions on municipal services

The Centre for Urban Studies, IIPA in association with Government of Haryana and Ambala Municipal Corporation organised a special program on June 17, 2025 for 70 elected leaders from Ambala city, Ambala cantonment, Naraingarh and Barara on leadership qualities, roles and responsibilities in the overall context of issues and emerging solutions on municipal services as applied by cities and towns across the country. Shri S N Tripathi, DG, IIPA, Mayor Ambala, Chairperson Ambala Cant and Barara, Prof. SN Pandey, renowned expert on Ethics, Yoga and Naturopathy along with IIPA faculty spoke on different aspects on the subject. The participants also discussed key issues, innovations and their scope in local context of their own ULB.

National Conference on Cybercrime Awareness and Publicity Planning

A one-day National Conference on Cybercrime Awareness and Publicity Planning was organised on June 27, 2025. It was sponsored by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre. During the programme the participants were able to learn about the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) Scheme; Sub components and Silent Features of I4C; National Cybercrime Threat Analytics Unit; National Cybercrime Reporting Portal; Platform for Joint Cyber Investigation Team; National Cybercrime Forensic Laboratory Ecosystem; National Cybercrime Training Centre; National Cybercrime Ecosystem Management Unit; National Cybercrime Research and Innovation Centre; and Citizen Financial Cyber Fraud Reporting and Management System [CFCFRMS]. Around 68 participants attended the programme. Dr Surabhi Pandey was the programme coordinator. 

Programme on Public Administration and Governance

The induction training programme on Public Administration and Governance cum Exposure visit for Odisha Administrative Service Officer Trainees 0AS-A (JB) (PR) was organised from June 8 – 13, 2025. The objective of the programme was to understand critical issues in governance with national perspective. It was sponsored by Gopabandhu Academy of Administration, Odisha. Dr Surabhi Pandey coordinated the programme.

Programme on Administration and Establishment Matters for UPSC Direct Recruit Group ‘A’

The training programme on Administration and Establishment Matters For UPSC Direct Recruit Group ‘A’, Assistant Directors, ORGI was organised from June 30 to July 18, 2025. It was sponsored by the Office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. The objective of the programme was to understand critical issues in governance with national perspective. Dr Surabhi Pandey coordinated the programme. 

Training Programme for newly appointed Joint Secretaries of Department of Legal Affairs 

A training programme for newly appointed Joint Secretaries of Department of Legal Affairs was organised from June 30 to July 4, 2025. It was sponsored by Department of Legal Affairs, Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India. The objective of the programme was to make the participants aware about various organizational aspects, which are of immense significance in the functioning of their organization, and foster decision making capabilities and enhance overall effectiveness of an organization. Prof Suresh Misra and Dr Sapna Chadah were programme coordinators. 

 NAMAMI GANGE PROJECT 

 An engaging follow-up online workshop for Agra District Ganga Officials was conducted on June 3, 2025 under the District Ganga Plan (DGP) handholding initiative. The session brought together officials from the Divisional Forest Officer, Agra Nagar Nigam, Jal Nigam, Irrigation, Revenue, UPPCB, and DPO to address key priorities for Agra DGP.

 An engaging follow-up online workshop for Baghpath District Ganga Officials was conducted on June 4, 2025 under the District Ganga Plan (DGP) handholding initiative. The session brought together officials from the Divisional Forest Officer, Nagar Nigam, Jal Nigam, Irrigation, Revenue, UPPCB, and DPO to address key priorities for DGP.

FACULTY/MANAGEMENT/CAMPUS

 Shri Amitabh Ranjan, Registrar, IIPA was invited as a Chief Guest at the event organised by Amity Institute of Social Sciences, Noida & Amity Academic Staff College at Amity University, Noida on June 9, 2025. During the event he delivered a valedictory session of the topic Viksit Bharat: A Journey from Dream to Reality” in the Faculty Development Programme. 

NEWS FROM BRANCHES

Puducherry Local Branch 

The branch in association with Pondicherry University organised a Southern Regional Conference on June 30, 2025. Hon’ble Union Minister and Chairman of IIPA Dr Jitendra Singh inaugurated the conference. During the event, the Hon’ble Minister released the book “Digital Governance in India Transforming Public Service Delivery” authored by Dr. T. Gopinath, Assistant Professor & Dean (Student Welfare), Department of Public Administration, Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development, Chandigarh. He also felicitated retired IAS officer Vallavan for his distinguished contributions to public administration. The theme “Administrative, Management and Organisational Reforms” reflects a growing national resolve to harness technology for inclusive development,” he said during the event. The event witnessed the participation of more than 350 attendees, including senior bureaucrats, faculty members, research scholars, students, and industry professionals from across India. Delegations from IIPA’s Southern Regional branches Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Puducherry also took part. More than 80 academic papers were presented, reflecting robust engagement with contemporary governance issues. Among the dignitaries present were Prof. P. Prakash Babu, Vice Chancellor, Pondicherry University; Dr. Sharat Chauhan, Chief Secretary, Government of Puducherry; Shri SN Tripathi, Director General, IIPA; Shri Amitabh Ranjan, Registrar, IIPA, Dr Ashok Das, Dean Academics.

J&K Regional Branch 

The branch in collaboration with the District Administration Jammu organized a one-day training programme on “New Criminal Laws in Jammu & Kashmir” on June 27, 2025. The objective of the programme was to familiarize key government functionaries with the recently enacted criminal laws: Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA). Technical Session I was delivered by Shri Irshad Hussain Rather, JKPS, SP Headquarters Jammu. Technical Session II was conducted by Shri Anil Sharma, Chief Legal Aid Defence Counsel (LADC), Jammu. Dr. Ashok Bhan, IPS (Retd.), Patron, of the Branch; Shri B.R. Sharma, IAS (Retd.), Chairman of the branch; Ms. Ansuya Jamwal, JKAS, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Jammu also spoke during the occasion. Prof. Alka Sharma, Honorary Secretary of the branch gave the welcome remarks. Er. M.M. Gupta, Director (Seminars) proposed the vote of thanks and acknowledged the instrumental role of Ms. Ansuya Jamwal in conceptualizing the programme. Prof. Anil Gupta, Joint Secretary, conducted the proceedings.

Visakhapatnam Local Branch 

The branch in association with Alwar Das Group of Educational Institutions and Vizag Royal Club launched a biography entitled - A Life of karmayogi: Memoir of a Civil Servant by Sri M Gopalakrishna, a retired IAS officer and the present Chairman of the branch.  It was released by Sri E AS. Sarma, IAS (Retd.) and former Secretary to the Government. Prof K S Chalam, former Member of UPSC, Prof M M Naidu, former Vice Chancellor of Asiago Nannaya University, Sri Ragam Kishore, Vice Chairman & MD, Vizag Seaport, MSN Raju, Trustee, Ramakrishna Mission and E Kiran, Finance Director, HSL gave their views and appreciated the book. Sri Gopala Krishna and Mrs Gopala Krishna were felicitated by the organizers, friends and admirers. The meeting was presided by Prof R Sudarsana Rao, former Vice Chancellor and Chairman of the local branch.