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Andhra Pradesh Government Dissolves Waqf Board for Improved Governance

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The Andhra Pradesh government has officially dissolved the AP State Waqf Board, citing the need for better governance, safeguarding of Waqf properties, and enhancing operational efficiency. The move comes after the revocation of a government order (GO) issued on October 21, 2023, which had previously appointed three elected members and seven nominated members to the 11-member board. In a new order issued on Saturday, K Harshavardhan, Secretary to the Government, stated: “In the interest of maintaining good governance, protecting Waqf properties, and ensuring the smooth functioning of the Waqf Board, the government hereby withdraws GO MS No. 47 (which constituted the board) with immediate effect.” The decision follows concerns raised by the Chief Executive Officer of the AP State Waqf Board, who informed the government of the board’s prolonged non-functionality. Additionally, multiple writ petitions challenging the legality of the previous GO had been filed in the High Court, prompting the state to reconsider the board’s structure. The High Court’s observations in these petitions played a critical role in influencing the government’s decision to dissolve the board, the order added. This action underscores the state’s intent to address inefficiencies and legal ambiguities that have hindered the Waqf Board’s performance. It remains to be seen how the government will restructure the board to ensure better governance while addressing the legal and administrative concerns raised during this process. Source: Business Standard Photo Credit: Business Standard

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Australia Reaches Agreement with World Aquatics on Governance Reform

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Swimming Australia (SA) has reached an agreement with World Aquatics to resolve governance issues that could have led to its suspension by the global governing body. The agreement, announced on Monday, introduces significant reforms aimed at enhancing athlete and club representation in decision-making processes. Key Outcomes of the Agreement: Enhanced Voting Rights for Athletes and Clubs: The new agreement involves an updated SA constitution, which will allocate 50% of voting rights at future annual general meetings to athletes and clubs. This move ensures greater involvement of those directly engaged in the sport, fostering a more inclusive governance model. Positive Reception from SA: Hayden Collins, co-chair of the SA Board, expressed gratitude for the support from member organizations and emphasized the significance of the resolution. “We are delighted to have been able to reach this outcome today and thank the member organisations for their support in bringing this to a resolution,” Collins stated. The finalization of the revised constitution is expected by Christmas, marking a new chapter for Swimming Australia. Global Recognition from World Aquatics: Brent Nowicki of World Aquatics praised the outcome, highlighting the importance of giving the swimming community more control. “We are pleased that 50% of the voting rights now sit with the community the sport is there to serve, the athletes and clubs,” Nowicki said. He added that this governance model is likely to set a global standard for best practices across other sports organizations. This agreement between Swimming Australia and World Aquatics represents a significant step toward more inclusive governance, ensuring that athletes and clubs have a stronger voice in shaping the future of the sport. With these reforms, Swimming Australia moves forward with a governance structure that prioritizes those it serves, establishing a model that may influence similar reforms worldwide.

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NCGG Launches 6th Public Policy Training Programme for Cambodian Civil Servants

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The National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG) has commenced its 6th training programme on Public Policy and Governance for Cambodian civil servants, fostering international collaboration in public administration. Running from September 23rd to October 4th, the two-week course is being held at NCGG’s Mussoorie campus in collaboration with India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). This initiative aims to enhance governance practices in Cambodia by sharing India’s expertise in public administration. A total of 39 senior and mid-level civil servants from Cambodia, representing the Ministry of Economy and Finance and the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology, and Innovations, are participating in the programme. The training serves as a platform for sharing best practices and discussing institutional reforms for effective governance. V. Srinivas, Director General of NCGG and Secretary of the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), presided over the programme’s inauguration. In his keynote address, he highlighted the long-standing partnership between India and Cambodia and emphasized the importance of capacity-building initiatives. Srinivas discussed how finance and technology can drive governance reforms, citing India’s Aadhaar system as a transformative model for ensuring transparency and accountability. Representing Cambodia, Ith Hunly, Deputy Director at the Ministry of Science and Technology Innovations, expressed gratitude for the impactful training. He emphasized the importance of the lessons learned in supporting Cambodia’s governance modernization efforts, particularly in institutional reforms and citizen engagement. This programme builds on an MoU signed in April 2024 between India and Cambodia to bolster civil service development. NCGG’s expanding international outreach, with upcoming initiatives for BIMSTEC and ASEAN nations, underscores India’s growing commitment to sharing its governance expertise globally. Source: India News Network

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