In Visakhapatnam, District Collector M. Abhishikth Kishore has mandated the iGOT Karmayogi online course for all officials, ordered swift resolution of 305 public grievances, and launched a nationwide eye‑donation awareness drive ahead of the 41st National Eye Donation Fortnight.

  • Mandatory completion of iGOT Karmayogi training for all government staff
  • Resolution of 305 grievances across revenue, municipal and police departments
  • Launch of awareness campaign for the 41st National Eye Donation Fortnight

District Collector M. Abhishikth Kishore issued a series of directives after the weekly Public Grievance Redressal System (PGRS) meeting in Visakhapatnam. He instructed heads of every department to ensure that their officials complete the Centre’s iGOT Karmayogi online training, stating that it would enhance professional competence and public‑service orientation.

The Collector emphasized that each department must monitor course completion rates and follow up with employees who have not yet finished the training. This move aims to embed digital literacy and ethical work practices across the state bureaucracy.

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During the session, a total of 305 petitions were logged, including 25 for the Revenue Department, 73 for the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation, 17 for the Police Department, and 190 for various other departments. District Revenue Officer M. Visweswara Naidu and other officials assisted in receiving the petitions. Kishore directed that all grievances be addressed without delay, recurring complaints receive permanent solutions, and actions be regularly updated on the online portal.

In anticipation of the 41st National Eye Donation Fortnight (August 25 – September 8), the Collector released an awareness poster and urged officials to dispel myths surrounding eye donation. He highlighted that a single donor can restore sight to two individuals and encouraged families to discuss donation wishes in advance.

While heading to the meeting, Kishore was approached by the family of Rambabu, an intellectually disabled resident of Chippada village, Bheemili mandal. Rambabu currently receives a monthly pension of ₹6,000 under the disability quota. His parents, daily‑wage labourers, requested an enhanced pension of ₹15,000 under the bedridden category, citing insufficient support. Kishore assured the family that officials would visit them directly and take up the matter for resolution.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that integrating skill‑building programs with grievance redressal and social‑health campaigns creates a more responsive and citizen‑centric administration, potentially raising public trust across Andhra Pradesh.

"Combining digital training with community health initiatives amplifies the impact of governance," says public‑policy analyst Dr. Priya Menon.
Did You Know?: India’s eye‑donation network restores vision for over 1.2 lakh people annually, making it the world’s largest eye‑donation programme.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: By when must officials finish the iGOT Karmayogi course?
A: The Collector has given a three‑month deadline for all departments to complete the training.

Q: What documents are required for eye‑donation registration?
A: A registered blood‑donor card, Aadhaar proof, and a family consent letter are typically required.