Chief Secretary K.K. Pant today chaired a review meeting here to assess preparations for the National Conference on e-Governance Reforms, scheduled to be held on October 16–17, 2026, in Dharamshala, Kangra district.
He said that the conference would provide an important platform for policymakers and experts from various fields across the country to deliberate on emerging trends, challenges and future of digital governance. Representatives from various states will showcase innovative initiatives and best practices in e-governance reforms at the conference. He stated that Himachal Pradesh was making significant strides towards strengthening digital governance by ensuring the implementation of digital technology-driven reforms and initiatives. Several initiatives involving new digital systems and improvements in existing administrative processes have earned appreciation at the national level.
The Chief Secretary directed officers to coordinate with the Deputy Commissioner, Kangra and ensure all necessary arrangements for the successful conduct of the conference.
He said that the two-day national conference would feature detailed discussions on the innovative governance initiatives and citizen-centric reforms.
Secretary (Administrative Reforms) A. Shainamol, Secretary to the Chief Minister Rakesh Kanwar, administrative secretaries and other senior officers were present at the meeting.
