For a week from October 19 to 27, 2024, India’s government workforce embarked on an extraordinary journey of learning and growth through KarmayogiSaptah, a National Learning Week initiative. This was more than just course completion; it was a movement that united public servants across departments in a shared commitment to professional excellence and personal growth. Through KarmayogiSaptah, government employees, from entry-level officers to senior officials, dedicated themselves to expanding their skills and adapting their mindsets to meet the needs of a changing world.
At the inaugural event, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi launched India’s first Public HR Competency Model, the Karmayogi Competency Model. This model, inspired by Indigenous knowledge systems, outlined key Sankalpas (resolves) and Gunas (virtues) that every Karmayogi official is encouraged to adopt in their work.
For participants, KarmayogiSaptah felt less like a standard government program and more like a festival of knowledge. Across ministries, employees embraced this opportunity to break from routine and engage in a culture of curiosity and active learning. It became a “festival of learning” where everyone—from new hires to senior Joint Secretaries—shared a common goal of pursuing excellence. The week saw participants not only completing courses but also transforming their approach to continuous learning and self-improvement.
The commitment behind every KarmayogiSaptah statistic speaks volumes. For instance, one senior officer, known for a demanding schedule, devoted time to courses on emerging technologies and governance practices, setting an example for peers on the importance of growth at every level in public service.
Many participants shared how the week broadened their perspectives, strengthened skills, and fostered meaningful connections with colleagues. Each hour of learning wasn’t just a number but a step toward more agile, informed governance.
The event’s impact was reflected in the impressive numbers: with 45.6 lakh course enrollments, 32.6 lakh completions, and over 38 lakh learning hours, KarmayogiSaptah set a new benchmark for large-scale learning initiatives. Around 4.3 lakh participants dedicated at least four hours to learning, with over 37,000 Group A officers, including senior officials, prioritizing development. Notably, Joint Secretaries and higher-ranking officials were actively engaged, showing that commitment to growth starts from the top. Daily course completions rose dramatically from 40,000 to 3.55 lakh, underscoring the enthusiasm sparked across the workforce.
Some of the most popular courses included Overview of Vikshit Bharat 2047, with over 3.8 lakh completions, Swachata Hi Seva 2024, with 1.5 lakh completions, and Jan Bhagidari, with more than 44,000 completions.
KarmayogiSaptah also introduced employees to citizen-centric governance, digital fluency, and the Indic Knowledge System through more than 250 SamuhikCharcha and webinars featuring thought leaders and experts. These interactive sessions equipped participants with insights and tools for the future of governance.
The National Learning Week featured the Indic Day Webinar Series on October 21, 2024, where esteemed speakers shared insights into Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) and civilizational development, bridging traditional wisdom with modern innovation.
Prominent speakers included Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Dr. M.K. Sridhar, Dr. Soumya Swaminathan, Sister B.K. Shivani, and Kris Gopalakrishnan, along with IKS experts such as David Frawley, Raghava Krishna, and Amritanshu Pandey.
As KarmayogiSaptah concluded, its impact remained profound. Government employees across India are now better equipped, more engaged, and ready to face the demands of modern governance. KarmayogiSaptah stands as a testament to the power of continuous learning in shaping not only individual careers but also the nation’s trajectory—one empowered public servant at a time. This initiative highlights the transformational impact of investing in the growth of public servants, recognizing their dedication to serving India with knowledge, empathy, and excellence.
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