Webinar on National Recruitment Agency held
Source: The Sangai Express / PIB
Imphal, August 29 2020:
After an order for setting up of National Recruitment Agency and allocation of funds for setting up of more than 1000 testing centres across the country was issued yesterday, decks are now clear for the fast implementation of this momentous reforms in public sector recruitment process, said Ng Roben Singh, Secretary Manipur Public Service Commission.
He was speaking during a webinar organised by Press Information Bureau and Regional Outreach Bureau today.
In his welcome address, SN Pradhan, ADG North East Zone, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting said that the impact of NRA will be on two major aspects of the Government recruitment process: transparency and inclusiveness.
He said that frequent interaction of media and the implementing agencies is important for smooth transition to the new system.
During the webinar, Rinku Khumukcham, Editor Imphal Times, said that it will make life easy for all candidates across the country as they will have to commute less, apply and appear in only one exam, the score of which will be valid for three years.
He said that the Government will have to see that the digital accessibility in the far-flung regions and rural areas is augmented.
He added that the Government will have to assess and enhance the digital infrastructure in these areas to match it to the level that is available in more developed urban centres.
Abhishek Dayal, Director PIB Imphal said that the impact of a structured and accessible system of recruitment will be huge in the backward districts of the country as it will create a level playing field for the youth of these regions.
He said that the Government is aware of the need of raising the level of infrastructure across the country to create equal opportunities for all citizens.
Over 30 officials of PIB and ROB of Imphal region and media persons attended the webinar.