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GOVERNMENT POLICIES AND SCHEMES - December 2018

Dec 2018

Oct 23, 2026

OpenAI Academy tie-up expands AI training for Indian civil servants

OpenAI Academy and Karmayogi Bharat, the government-owned SPV that runs the iGOT Karmayogi platform, signed a Memorandum of Understanding in October 2026 to broaden AI training for India's civil servants. The agreement will integrate approved AI learning resources from OpenAI Academy into the iGOT Karmayogi portal, enabling practical AI education for public sector staff. The collaboration supports Mission Karmayogi's aim to develop a skilled, efficient and future‑ready civil service by helping personnel apply AI in daily work. The iGOT platform already hosts courses for over 1.7 crore registered government employees nationwide. Officials say the program will translate AI knowledge into improved public service delivery.

MoU signed in October 2026 between OpenAI Academy and Karmayogi Bharat.
OpenAI Academy resources to be integrated into iGOT Karmayogi.
Aim: upskill civil servants in practical AI applications.
Targets central and state government employees.
iGOT Karmayogi has over 1.7 crore registered learners.
Supports Mission Karmayogi's vision for a future-ready civil service.

OpenAI to train Indian civil servants in AI via Mission Karmayogi

On 21 October 2026, reports from The Times of India and Economic Times confirmed that OpenAI and Karmayogi Bharat signed an MoU to widen artificial intelligence training for India's government workforce. The arrangement will bring approved AI learning resources from OpenAI Academy to the iGOT Karmayogi platform, enabling civil servants to develop practical AI skills. The initiative aligns with Mission Karmayogi's effort to improve public service delivery through capacity building and responsible technology use. iGOT Karmayogi already hosts courses for more than 1.7 crore learners, and the partnership will broaden access to AI content across central and state departments.

MoU signed on 21 October 2026 between OpenAI and Karmayogi Bharat.
OpenAI Academy resources integrated into iGOT Karmayogi.
Aims to upskill civil servants in practical AI applications.
Targets central and state government employees.
iGOT Karmayogi has over 1.7 crore learners.
Supports responsible AI adoption in public services.

Oct 22, 2026

Khet Bachao Abhiyan – Rabi 2026 launched across Haryana

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched the nationwide Khet Bachao Abhiyan – Rabi 2026 from Taraori in Karnal district, Haryana. The campaign, scheduled to continue until 30 November 2026, promotes balanced fertiliser use, crop diversification, soil health and sustainable agriculture through farmer training and awareness programmes. Officials said the drive would emphasise soil testing, integrated nutrient management and judicious pesticide use while encouraging farmers to adopt climate-smart practices. The scheme aligns with government goals of improving productivity and ecological sustainability, and aims to empower farmers with practical, field-based guidance to optimise input use and soil health.

Launch from Taraori, Karnal, Haryana.
Runs until 30 November 2026.
Focus on balanced fertiliser use and soil health.
Includes farmer training and awareness programmes.

Oct 21, 2026

Maharashtra's first Annapurti Grain ATM opens in Nashik

Maharashtra opened its first Annapurti Grain ATM in Nashik in October 2026, inaugurated by State Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Protection Minister Chhagan Bhujbal. Developed in collaboration with the United Nations World Food Programme, the facility allows eligible beneficiaries to collect subsidised food grains beyond regular ration-shop hours, improving transparency and convenience under the Public Distribution System. Similar facilities are planned for Nagpur and Thane, signaling a broader rollout of grain-atm technology to streamline distribution and reduce crowds at traditional shops.

First Annapurti Grain ATM opened in Nashik, October 2026.
Inaugurated by Chhagan Bhujbal; collaboration with WFP.
Allows subsidised grains outside regular ration-shop hours.
Aims to improve transparency under the PDS.
Additional sites planned for Nagpur and Thane.

Oct 20, 2026

National Conference on e-Governance Reforms held in Dharamshala

A two-day National Conference on e-Governance Reforms was held on 16–17 October 2026 in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh. The event, organized by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) in collaboration with the Himachal Pradesh government, focused on digital transformation, emerging technologies, innovative governance practices, and citizen-centric public services. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu addressed the inaugural session, highlighting steps to improve delivery of public services through technology, data analytics, and better governance frameworks. The conference showcased best practices and cross-state learning for accelerating e-governance adoption in both central and state administrations.

Dates: 16–17 October 2026
Organizers: DARPG and Himachal Pradesh government
Themes: digital transformation, emerging tech, citizen-centric services
Key speaker: Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu
Outcome: shared governance best practices for broader adoption

Oct 19, 2026

Mizoram Launches Four Digital Financial Initiatives

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma launched four digital financial management initiatives on 15 October 2026 at the Chief Minister's Office in Aizawl. The packages include the Mizoram Integrated Works Accounts System (MIWAS), e-Sanction, e-Budget, and 100% Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). MIWAS aims to improve transparency and efficiency in works accounting across six government departments. E-Sanction and e-Budget are intended to speed up approvals and budgeting processes for development projects, while full DBT ensures timely transfer of welfare benefits to beneficiaries. Officials said these tools will reduce leakage, enhance accountability, and enable data-driven decision making across state government functions.

Launch date: 15 October 2026, Aizawl, Mizoram.
Initiatives: MIWAS, e-Sanction, e-Budget, 100% DBT.
MIWAS objective: transparency and efficiency across six departments.
Other aims: faster approvals, budgeting; timely welfare transfers.
Impact: reduced leakage; data-driven governance.

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