Kolkata: Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, upon entering Nabanna to hold his first cabinet meeting with state officials on Monday, directed them to cease using the phrase 'Mukhhomantrir Anupreronae' (with chief minister's inspiration) to please him, emphasizing that 'the real work should happen' for the benefit of the state.
Directives to Officials
Adhikari made it clear to Chief Secretary Dushmant Nariala (who was later transferred), Home Secretary Sanghamitra Ghosh, and all departmental secretaries and principal secretaries that there was 'no need to use the phrase at every turn to make me happy.'
'Work will be done to provide service and protection to people, not by my inspiration. So far, the government was for the party. Many of you have agreed with that. Now, the government will be for the people. Stop agreeing blindly and express clear opinions for the benefit of the state,' the Chief Minister said.
New Communication Channel
Adhikari also asked officials to create a group, possibly on WhatsApp or email, where the Chief Secretary, CM, and all departmental secretaries will be added. He also warned that officials found negligent or at fault at work will be pulled up.
'Over the past 15 years, many of you have made mistakes. It's true that in some cases, there was nothing to be done. The person in charge made it happen. But you should have said 'no' when you saw wrongdoing,' the CM said.
Respectful Governance
He added, 'I don't believe in scolding officers in front of the media or addressing them informally. The government will operate with due respect for officers.'
The Chief Minister assured officials they can have a word with him directly if needed. He also asked officials to ensure there is 'no wastage of funds'; rather, the funds should be allocated to necessary work.
