National Good Governance Day – Aarambh Institute

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Good Governance Day is observed in India every year on 25 December.
The day is celebrated on the occasion of the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
Good governance refers to transparent, accountable, effective, participatory, and citizen-centric administration.
The objective of this day is to promote administrative reforms and ensure efficient and timely delivery of public services to citizens.T
he Government of India officially initiated Good Governance Day in 2014.
On this occasion, awareness programmes are organized in government departments and institutions.
Emphasis is laid on strengthening governance through e-governance, digital services, and administrative innovations.
Good Governance Day promotes the spirit of democratic values, rule of law, and protection of citizens’ rights.
The day motivates officials to enhance efficiency in policy formulation and implementation.
It highlights the need for a corruption-free, sensitive, and responsive governance system.
Atal Bihari Vajpayee is remembered for consensus-based politics, a strong parliamentary tradition, and a development-oriented vision.
During his tenure, historic decisions such as the Pokhran-II nuclear tests (1998) and the Golden Quadrilateral Project were undertaken.
In recognition of his contribution to the nation, he was awarded the Bharat Ratna in 2015.