Shivraj Chouhan to Oversee Implementation of Modi’s Schemes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appointed Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan to lead a special monitoring group focused on tracking and accelerating the implementation of key government projects. This decision reflects Modi’s intent to tackle delays and streamline inter-ministerial coordination for critical schemes announced in the Union Budget and foundation projects launched since 2014.

Monthly Monitoring Meetings at PMO

The first meeting took place on October 18, 2024, at the PMO, where all government secretaries, including the Chairman of the Railway Board, participated. These meetings will occur monthly, either in person or through hybrid modes, to ensure efficient progress on various projects.

Chouhan, known for his administrative efficiency, has been empowered by the PM to supervise and provide updates directly to concerned secretaries. He will focus on projects with implementation delays, laws needing subordinate rules, and infrastructure work that requires inter-ministerial cooperation.

Key Focus Areas

1. Tracking the PM's Announcements: Includes projects that Modi inaugurated or promised during his tenure.
2. Union Budget Deliverables: Ensuring that schemes introduced in the annual budget are executed smoothly.
3. Legal and Policy Frameworks: Reviewing pending legislation that requires additional regulations or rules for full implementation.
4. Infrastructure Projects: Identifying obstacles to progress and facilitating coordination between ministries to resolve them.

Addressing PM Modi's Concerns

Modi’s decision to create this monitoring body underscores his growing concern over delays in project execution. Reports suggest that the PMO has previously raised these issues in internal meetings, signaling frustration with bureaucratic lag.

Chouhan’s appointment brings experience and an administrative push to streamline efforts. Secretaries and nodal officers will be expected to participate actively and provide timely progress updates in these reviews. Additionally, the group will serve as a direct bridge between the PMO and ministries, helping overcome bottlenecks in real time.

A Strategic Step Towards Efficiency

This initiative aligns with Modi’s broader agenda to ensure that governance remains efficient and impactful. Given Chouhan’s administrative record and the PM’s focus on high-impact governance, the new mechanism aims to deliver on ambitious national projects with minimal delays.

This move reflects Modi’s commitment to ensure that promises are fulfilled and infrastructure projects move from announcements to reality—bringing development closer to the citizens.

Reference From: www.hindustantimes.com