Gujarat wins UN Public Service Awards 2010

The government of Gujarat has secured United Nations Public Service Award 2010 in ‘Improving transparency, accountability and responsiveness in the public service’ Asia Pacific category, at second place, for its State-wide attention on grievances by application of technology at Chief Minister’s office. The first place winner is Republic of Korea in same category and geographical area for its women friendly city project in Seoul.

The United Nations Public Service Award is the most prestigious international recognition of excellence in public service. It rewards the creative achievements and contributions of public service institutions that lead to a more effective and responsive public administration in countries worldwide. Through an annual competition, the UN Public Service Awards promotes the role, professionalism and visibility of public service.