Raje tells officials to promote investment, reforms

Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje has asked all government departments to promote investment and take measures for reforms in all sectors for the development of the state.
All departments concerned should identify and prioritise two-three issues out of the recommendations given by the members of CM Advisory Council and its Sub-Groups on infrstructure, industry, education, health and tourism and set a time limit for their execution, the Chief Minister said speaking at a high-level executive meeting of CM Advisory Council and its Sub-Groups here yesterday.
All departments should quickly dispose of works, she said, according to a release issued late last night.

The meeting was held for discussion on 'Resurgent Rajasthan Partnership Summit' to be held in November 2015.
The Chief Minister launched a website on the summit. She also launched Resurgent Rajasthan logo design contest where entries could be sent online for participation.
At the meeting, it was said that the state has become the centre of attraction for investors and the initiatives taken by the state government to create an investor-friendly atmosphere are being praised in the country and around the globe, according to the release.

In the opening session of the meeting, presentation was given on the Action Taken Report on recommendations given in the first meeting of CM Advisory Council held in August, 2014.

The Chief Minister directed government departments to take quick action on the recommendations given by the members especially related to infrastructure, industry, education health and tourism.
Raje said undue processes should be cut down to bring reforms in governance and there should be quick disposal of works related to public.
She said government offices should move ahead towards reform processes and promote investment. She said there is a need for amendment and cut down in old and unnecessary legislations and Acts for administrative reform.
Chairman of the Executive Committee of CM Advisory Council Arvind Panagaria said Rajasthan has taken speedy steps for reforms and ease of doing business. He asked membes of the Council to share their views on IT, solar energy, investment and mining keeping in view the Budget.

The Finance Department gave a presentation on the financial condition of the state and current position of public sector enterprises.
In the concluding session, a presentation was given by the Industry Department regarding preparations for the summit and discussions were held on efforts being made to bring investment in various sectors.