Gandhinagar, Jan 16 (NationPress) The Chief Minister of Gujarat, Bhupendra Patel, has called on district Collectors throughout the state to enhance the responsiveness of their systems for addressing public grievances and providing quick, transparent solutions.

He highlighted that earning public trust requires genuinely understanding the issues faced by citizens who approach the administration, responding with empathy, clarity, and support. Matters that can be resolved at the district level should not compel citizens to seek assistance from state-level offices or departments.

During the Collector Conference in Gandhinagar, the Chief Minister urged district collectors to focus on field visits and closely observe the practical implementation of government initiatives.

He encouraged them to manage their districts with integrity, honesty, and competence, viewing this responsibility as a valuable chance to serve the community by providing timely solutions to everyday challenges.

Emphasizing Gujarat’s robust financial management, CM Patel reassured that funds for development projects are plentiful. Collectors are thus expected to guarantee the prompt execution of ongoing initiatives, maintain stringent oversight, and uphold quality standards across various schemes.

He called for collaboration among Collectors, encouraging them to consult with each other and ensure consistency in the interpretation of government regulations and circulars so that citizens do not encounter disparities in service delivery across districts.

The Chief Minister provided assurances of comprehensive government support, urging Collectors to lead with courage and wisdom—ensuring that genuine citizens are never inconvenienced, while preventing any misconduct from adversely affecting the public. He also advocated for the enhanced promotion of natural farming, identifying it as vital for a healthier lifestyle and a priority under the state’s newly launched mission.

The Minister of State for Revenue, Sanjaysinh Mahida, stated that the conference, held under the Chief Minister’s guidance, would bolster the overall functioning of the Revenue Department.

He urged Collectors to respond promptly to representations from elected officials, accelerate the distribution of property cards under the Swamitva Yojana, improve district-level feedback mechanisms, and conduct regular evaluations of digital governance platforms. The minister also emphasized the necessity of quickly operationalizing government offices in newly established talukas to ensure timely services for citizens.

The Additional Chief Secretary of Revenue, Dr. Jayanti Ravi, detailed the conference objectives, highlighting that under the Chief Minister’s leadership, Gujarat has implemented people-centric measures to streamline revenue processes.

She encouraged district Collectors to invest in capacity building and training for district-level karmayogis to guarantee that reforms reach the grassroots. Additionally, she mentioned the recent establishment of Inspector of Land Reforms positions at the taluka level—an essential step requiring focused attention from Collectors to minimize land-related delays.

The conference was attended by Chief Secretary M. K. Das, senior secretaries, Additional Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Dr. Vikrant Pandey, district Collectors, and senior officials from the Revenue Department. The one-day event included thorough reviews of pending matters across iORA/E-Dhara, iRCMS, DCLR/ALT, and discussions on significant issues concerning the Health Department.