Archive · 3 Jun 2025
Andhra Pradesh Focuses on Future-Ready Urban Governance
Imagine cities are like growing up, so the people running them need to change too.
A government official said city leaders need to be good leaders, be able to change, and care about the people.
They also need to know technology.
The state is helping city workers learn new skills through special courses, including how to be a good leader, communicate well, and use computers.
The government is also planning to give awards and other perks to encourage people to learn and improve their skills.
Principal Secretary S. Suresh Kumar emphasized the need for leadership, adaptability, and community-centric thinking in urban governance.
A workshop on ‘Capacity Building for Urban Local Bodies’ Officials’ was held in Vijayawada.
The State government aims to create a future-ready municipal workforce.
The State is initiating gap assessments within ULBs to identify required competencies.
Non-monetary incentives, like certificates, are considered to boost participation in training.
- Who
- Municipal Administration & Urban Development Department Principal Secretary S. Suresh Kumar
- What
- A workshop on ‘Capacity Building for Urban Local Bodies’ Officials’ was held, focusing on urban governance.
- When
- June 3, Tuesday
- Where
- Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
- Why
- To create a future-ready municipal workforce for fast-urbanizing Andhra Pradesh.
- Workshop Location
- Vijayawada
- Workshop Date
- June 3, Tuesday
- Number of ULBs' Commissioners at workshop
- 123
- Urban Population in Andhra Pradesh
- 40-45%