5T initiative in Odisha is a governance model that stands for Teamwork, Transparency, Technology, Time, and Transformation, launched with the aim of improving governance and ensuring efficient delivery of public services.In sync with the 5T agenda, in October 2019, the Odisha government launched the ‘Mo Sarkar’ or ‘My Government’ initiative, which is also seen as a Niti Aayog Like Model at the State Level.In 2022, the Odisha Government Chief added another T (Tour) to the 5T Initiative and gave them 6T-Mantra, asking the Ministers to ‘Tour’ more and work towards strengthening the grassroots further.
5T Initiative
Teamwork
- It emphasises the need for different departments and agencies within the government to work together as a cohesive team.
- It promotes collaboration and coordination among various government entities to address the needs of the people effectively.
Transparency
- Transparency is a crucial element of the 5T initiative. It focuses on making government processes and decisions more open and accountable to the public.
- This includes providing easy access to information, reducing bureaucratic red tape, and promoting ethical and accountable conduct within the government.
Technology
- It encourages the adoption of modern technology and digital solutions to streamline government operations, enhance service delivery, and make processes more efficient.
Time
- The time aspect underscores the importance of delivering services in a timely manner. The 5T model aims to reduce delays and ensure that government services are provided to citizens promptly.
Transformation
- Ultimately, the 5T initiative seeks to bring about a transformation in the functioning of government agencies and departments. It aims to make the government more responsive, citizen-centric, and results-oriented.
Achievements of 5T
- By March 2023, 6,872 high schools were transformed under the 5T initiative.
- Private schools had 16,05,000 students in 2019-20, but the number of students has been reduced to 14,62,000 in 2021-22. Which implied that number of students enrolled in government schools have increased.
Mo Sarkar Initiative
- It is a governance program aimed at transforming the way government services are delivered and improving the accountability and transparency of public offices.
- “Mo Sarkar” means “My Government” in the local language.
- One of the notable features of the “Mo Sarkar” initiative is the real-time feedback mechanism.
- The government makes the phone numbers of citizens who interact with government offices available to top officials, including the Chief Minister.
- This feedback mechanism helps identify issues, assess the performance of government officers, and take remedial action when necessary.
- The “Mo Sarkar” initiative is seen as a way to shift power away from the bureaucracy back to the people and make governance more evidence-based, efficient, and equitable.