Opening the Doors of Raj Nivas to People
As the Lt. Governor of Puducherry, I was to determine whether Raj Nivas remained a remnant of a ‘Royal Palace’, a dream destination for public...
Stories by: Dr. Kiran Bedi
Daily Rendezvous of Insiders at Raj Nivas
Initiated the system of daily 10:00 am meetings in my core team. This meeting gave a running start to the Lt. Governor’s office. Our small...
Causing a Flutter with Siren Ban and Mass Yoga Event
My first drive on the roads of Puducherry as its Lt. Governor was annoying. My pilot car blared a screaming siren to push away people...
Every Penny Of The Government Will Be Accountable
Puducherry, known as the French Riviera of India, was liberated on August 16, 1962, fifteen years after India gained independence and officially merged with the...
Daily Morning Nutrition for Public Officials Via WhatsApp
I felt the compelling need to connect the Raj Nivas with public officials through a daily, inspiring morning greeting. I wanted them to feel related...
Generating Energy Through Yoga, Meditation and Nature Walk
Administration in Puducherry demanded extraordinary pursuit to stay ahead of challenges. It needed ideas and direction. It required able leadership and vigorous administration, with time...
Oath-Taking Takes A Dramatic Turn
Raj Nivas did not have a conference hall. Its parking space was the makeshift auditorium. All newly elected members of the recently held assembly elections...
Every Single Feedback Form Was An ‘Education’ Of The Predominant Complexities
It took more than three hours to reach Puducherry by road from the Chennai airport. The Chief Secretary chose to come to the airport. During...
The Call, The Calling, And Learning from Day 1
During one of my travels within India, I went to Puducherry to see the Sri Aurobindo Ashram. While bowing my head in reverence at the...
How the Office of Lieutenant Governor Became a Fearless Voice
I recall a decision I took as a 12-year-old girl. I wanted science in 9th standard, not the subject ‘household’, as was urged by my...
