Patna: Bihar has launched a six-day Training of Trainers (ToT) programme to strengthen disciplinary proceedings against government employees and improve officials’ understanding of applicable rules.
The programme is being conducted jointly by the Directorate of Chief Inquiry Commissioner and the Institute of Secretariat Training and Management (ISTM), New Delhi. It focuses on the All India Services and Bihar Government Servants Classification, Control and Appeal Rules.
Speaking at the inauguration, Director General-cum-Chief Inquiry Commissioner Deepak Kumar Singh said disciplinary cases can face setbacks in courts when inquiry and presenting officers rely on practical understanding instead of following the prescribed rules.
Focus on Rule-Based Disciplinary Action
Singh stressed that officials handling disciplinary proceedings must have a clear understanding of the relevant rules. He said proper knowledge can help prevent procedural mistakes that may weaken cases before courts and cause losses to the government.
The training is aimed at 24 officials who will subsequently help train officers responsible for vigilance-related work and disciplinary proceedings across Bihar government departments.
Singh urged the trainees to pass on their knowledge to inquiry officers and presenting officers who handle disciplinary case files.
ISTM Experts Explain Role of Training
ISTM Joint Director Gunjan Gandhi, who is serving as a trainer, explained how structured training can improve knowledge, skills and professional approaches.
He highlighted the role of training in improving output and service quality while saving time, money, materials and human resources.
ISTM Deputy Director Vipin Kumar Bhargava also provided inputs to the participating officials on various subjects during the programme.
Building Capacity Across Departments
The six-day programme seeks to create a trained pool of officials capable of strengthening disciplinary processes across government departments.
The broader objective is to ensure that disciplinary proceedings follow established rules and procedures, while reducing errors that could result in cases being challenged or dismissed in court.
The programme began with a welcome address by Prabhat Kumar, Joint Secretary of the Directorate of Chief Inquiry Commissioner. Bhagwan Das Sahu and other officials were also present.
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