public participation

October 1, 2026 9:04 PM

Swachhata should become a daily habit and shared responsibility, not remain limited to campaigns: Union Minister Chouhan

Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Thursday called for making cleanliness a continuous practice and part of everyday behaviour, rather than limiting it to the duration of designated campaigns. Addressing a virtual meeting with Secretaries and senior officials of the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare and the Ministry of Rural Development, Chouhan urged officials and employees to lead by example and actively participat...

September 21, 2026 10:01 PM

Over 9,700 activities reported across 30 States, UTs ahead of Ayurveda Day

Public participation in the run-up to the 11th Ayurveda Day has gained momentum, with more than 9,700 activities reported across 30 States and Union Territories. The 11th Ayurveda Day will be observed on September 23 under the theme “Ayurveda for a Healthier Tomorrow”. According to the Ministry of Ayush, more than 3.6 lakh participants have registered through the official Ayurveda Day website, while nearly 89.3 lakh citizens have pledged their support for Ayurveda through the Ayurveda Day ...

July 27, 2026 7:31 PM

Over 6.32 crore citizens join MyGov as public consultations expand citizen role in policy making

More than 6.32 crore citizens have registered on the Government of India's MyGov platform, underscoring the growing role of public participation in policy formulation and governance, according to information shared in the Rajya Sabha by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). Launched as a citizen engagement platform, MyGov enables people to contribute to government decision-making by participating in discussions, polls, surveys, creative tasks and on-ground activities. ...