Haryana Governor Shri Bandaru Dattatraya on Wednesday emphasized that information technology is the most effective means of ensuring transparency, implementing good governance, and curbing corruption. Speaking at the Good Governance Day event organized at LNJP Hospital, Kurukshetra on the birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna and former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Shri Dattatraya highlighted the state government’s efforts in transitioning from outdated systems to creating a public-friendly framework, which has yielded significant success.
Before addressing the event, Governor Shri Dattatraya paid floral tributes to a portrait of Late Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee, distributed fruits to patients, and extended greetings of the Good Governance Day to the people of the state. The Governor formally inaugurated the Good Governance Day programme by lighting a ceremonial lamp. During the event, he interacted with the patients, exchanged views with hospital doctors and staff, and participated in a commemorative group photograph.
Shri Dattatraya noted that the state government is organizing programs in every district on Good Governance Day to reinforce the principles of governance. Reflecting on Shri Vajpayee’s legacy, he remarked that the former Prime Minister dedicated his entire life to society, working tirelessly for the country’s progress through inclusive development.
Late Shri Vajpayee ji was a true patriot who selflessly served the nation, and his birth anniversary is now celebrated across the country as the Good Governance Day, said Shri Dattatraya, while emphasizing the need for the younger generation to draw inspiration from Late Shri Vajpayee’s exemplary life. Governor Shri Dattatraya further stated that Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, following the path shown by Bharat Ratna Atal Vajpayee, has implemented welfare-oriented policies aimed at eradicating poverty and ensuring holistic development.
These initiatives have been coupled with governance reforms and the introduction of Digital India to make such schemes accessible to every citizen. Governor Shri Dattatraya also extended Christmas greetings to the people.
The event was attended by Deputy Commissioner Neha Singh, Superintendent of Police Varun Singla, SDM, Kapil Sharma, CMO Dr Sukhbir Singh, and other officials and medical professionals.