Savar:Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Sunday called on newly recruited civil servants to serve the public with honesty, efficiency, and human values, emphasizing the importance of ensuring that citizens do not face harassment when seeking government services.
According to United News of Bangladesh, the Prime Minister delivered his remarks at the closing ceremony of the 81st Foundation Training Course for newly recruited BCS officers held at the Bangladesh Public Administration Training Centre (BPATC) in Savar. He congratulated the officers on completing the four-month training program and encouraged them to apply their knowledge practically in their professional lives.
The Prime Minister highlighted the essential role of an efficient, honest, and humane administration in strengthening the state and government. He urged the officers to remember that their primary identity is as public administration officers, regardless of their specific cadre or workplace, and to prioritize public service in their duties.
Addressing the importance of humane behavior, he stressed that government officials should guide citizens in correcting application errors rather than simply pointing them out, reflecting the expectation of both instruction and humanity from public servants. Tarique also advised the officers to maintain professional integrity, avoid compromising efficiency for preferred postings or promotions, and be prepared to serve in any position or location across the country.
The Prime Minister acknowledged the government's role in implementing its political agenda based on the electoral mandate and urged the officers to sincerely carry out the necessary administrative work to fulfill the election manifesto. He also emphasized the need to reduce delays and enhance the accessibility of government services, noting the impact of a positive attitude from officials on public service improvement.
In concluding his speech, Tarique urged the officers to focus on environmental protection and cleanliness, underscoring the importance of maintaining clean homes, offices, and public spaces for the benefit of future generations. He concluded the ceremony by awarding certificates to the top 10 performers among the training course participants.