Central govt. ,PCs should follow one state policy: President

President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said today that the institutions under the government and the Provincial Councils should follow the same public policy when performing their duties.

The President said he is hoping to see a vibrant public service rendered by all state institutions as Public officials' involvement can be seen in every requirement of the people.

"The majority of public officials are keen to work. What is needed is supervision, advice and encouragement so that the country can receive their services effectively. The President pointed out the need for the personal intervention and leadership of all senior officials including Governors, Ministries, Provincial and District Secretaries in this regard," he said.

The President made this observation at a special meeting held with government officials at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (23) to brief them on the government's future plans.

President Rajapaksa said that he personally visits and inspects the functions of the government institutions and added that he expects government officials, including Governors, to visit the institutions under their purview and inspect the duties and responsibilities by encouraging all employees.

"We are here to keep the people alive and the background required for this should be created. The duty, responsibility and humanity of the officials are also vital in this," he said.

Green agriculture is a major programme of the government. Out of the 75% of the rural population, 90% are employed in agriculture or related sectors. Organic farming is for the health of future generations.They need to be made aware of this to build their trust.

The President said that successful results could be achieved by distributing quality organic fertilizers in a timely manner. The President pointed out that renewable energy sources can be utilized to fulfill the increasing demand for electricity and called for assistance in achieving the government's short-term and long-term goals in this regard.

The President also emphasized the need to manage the local economy through a self-sufficient programme.

The Governors stated that a generous harvest has been yielded at the provincial level by using organic fertilizers and that the desired objectives can be achieved by educating the farmers in a systematic manner.