Dr. Jitendra Singh Calls for IIPA’s Nationwide Expansion
Minister stresses stronger regional branches, digital learning and wider participation to make governance capacity-building more inclusive; IIPA membership reaches 11,611.
- Dr. Jitendra Singh calls for IIPA’s nationwide expansion.
- IIPA membership reaches 11,611, with greater focus on young professionals.
- Institute has 26 Regional Branches and 43 Local Branches.
- IIPA completes 45 research projects and conducts 130 training programmes in 2025–26.
GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 31st Oct: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, Dr. Jitendra Singh, has called for expanding the nationwide outreach of the Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA), stressing that capacity-building opportunities in governance should reach professionals beyond the national capital.
Addressing IIPA’s 72nd Annual General Body Meeting, Dr. Singh emphasised strengthening the Institute’s Regional and Local Branches to widen access to its academic activities, learning resources and professional networks.
The meeting was attended by Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan, who is also the President of IIPA, along with senior officials, members of the Institute’s governing bodies and representatives of its academic and administrative community.
Focus on Regional and Local Branches
Dr. Singh said IIPA’s activities should extend beyond Delhi to reach public administration professionals across different regions. He stressed that stronger Regional and Local Branches could serve as important channels for knowledge-sharing, professional engagement and wider participation.
As of March 31, 2026, IIPA had 26 Regional Branches and 43 Local Branches across the country. The Minister called for building on this network to make the Institute’s capacity-building initiatives more accessible.
Membership Reaches 11,611
Highlighting the expansion of IIPA’s membership framework, Dr. Singh said the Institute had reached a membership strength of 11,611.
He noted the importance of involving young professionals and recent graduates alongside experienced administrators, researchers and others interested in public administration.
The Minister also advocated greater use of digital learning and online courses, along with engagement with the private sector, to make training resources available to a wider audience.
Research and Training Activities
During 2025–26, IIPA completed 45 research projects, while 13 studies remained ongoing. The Institute also conducted 130 training programmes and related academic activities, including 35 programmes for State Government officials serving at state, district and local levels.
Recalling the legacy of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and the role of civil services in nation-building, Dr. Singh highlighted IIPA’s institutional journey since its establishment in 1954.
He stressed the continuing importance of research, learning and professional development in strengthening public administration as India moves towards the vision of Viksit Bharat.
The Annual General Body Meeting reviewed the Institute’s activities and future priorities, with discussions focusing on expanding participation and strengthening its contribution to public administration in line with the vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047.
