CM urges officials to work from office, stresses on service

NT Correspondent

Bengaluru: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has issued a firm directive to officials at district and taluk centres, underscoring the importance of working from their designated offices rather than remotely from home.

During a meeting held at the Vidhana Soudha conference hall with District Commissioners and Zilla Panchayat Chief Executive Officers, the Chief Minister conveyed this message with determination.

Siddaramaiah emphasised the necessity for officials to be physically present in their offices to enhance their service to the public. He expressed concerns regarding complaints from citizens, MLAs, and ministers regarding the unavailability of officials via phone calls.

The Chief Minister stressed the pivotal importance of officials being accessible and responsive, irrespective of the caller, whether it be his office, ministers, MLAs, or the general public.

Furthermore, Siddaramaiah insisted all public servants exhibit compassion and a humane approach to their duties. He cautioned officials against negligence and impertinence, emphasising that the government's reputation should not suffer due to their actions or inaction.

The Chief Minister also addressed the issue of farmer suicides in the state, disclosing that there have been 251 reported cases, with 174 of them already resolved. He expressed a strong desire for prompt resolutions and the timely distribution of compensation for the remaining cases.

Regarding private moneylenders, Siddaramaiah called for vigilant monitoring, particularly in drought-affected areas, to ensure that farmers are not subjected to harassment.

He also urged banks to take an active role in this regard. In the health department, the Chief Minister expressed concerns about the shortage of doctors and the practice of para-medical personnel prescribing medications in lieu of qualified doctors.

Siddaramaiah directed doctors to be stationed at their respective centres and effectively address the healthcare needs of the people.