Prime Minister presented Awards of Excellence at the 17th Civil Services Day event

Current Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented the Prime Minister’s Awards for Excellence in Public Administration at the 17th Civil Services Day event on April 21, 2025, at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.

Key Highlights:

• Theme: Viksit Bharat – Holistic Development of India with Focus on Saturation Approach.
• Award Categories: Recognized districts, central/state governments, and innovative governance initiatives.

Notable Winners:

• Uttar Pradesh won for solar-powered Jal Jeevan Mission projects, reducing rural water costs.
• Moradabad DM Anuj Singh was awarded for establishing a library for differently abled children.
• Bahraich DM Monika Rani received recognition for grassroots administrative outreach.
• Additional Initiatives: Released e-books on holistic development and innovations, showcasing successful governance models.

Question:

Q.1 Which state won an award for solar-powered Jal Jeevan Mission projects?
a) Rajasthan
b) Uttar Pradesh
c) Gujarat
d) Maharashtra

Answer: b) Uttar Pradesh was recognized for its innovative use of solar energy in the Jal Jeevan Mission, reducing rural water supply costs.