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Underlining the importance of technology in governance, Prime Minister Narendra asked Chief Secretaries to replicate the Centre’s PRAGATI platform, which helps in monitoring key infrastructure projects and schemes, at the state-level.
PRAGATI (Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation) is a multi-purpose, multi-modal ICT-enabled platform used by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) to fast-track government projects and address public grievances.
- Three-Tier System: It integrates three levels of governance: the PMO, Union Government Secretaries, and Chief Secretaries of States.
- Monthly Interactions: The Prime Minister chairs a review meeting every month on the fourth Wednesday (known as “PRAGATI Day”) to discuss flagged projects and grievances.