INSIGHTS INTO ANDHRA PRADESH  BUREAUCRACY AP bureaucracy is known for its vision, innovation, ability to leverage and implement development programs and found special place in the hearts of Delhi darbar and set an example for other states. This goodwill is built over the years of  commitment, hard work and it is possible due to excellent synergy between bureaucracy and political administration. It is not out of place, to mention how Late Vengal Rao, Chief Minister of AP during 1974 to 78, known for his team building and leadership skills, acknowledged the contributions of IAS officer, Late Krishnaswamy Rao Sahib, CMO Secretary for his successful tenure as Chief Minister. Later Rao Sahib was highly successful as a cabinet secretary of Mrs Indira Gandhi, then Prime Minister of India. Sri Chandrababu Naidu, the visionary CM of AP is well known for tapping the best potential out of bureaucracy and use the same for public good. In fact opposition envies CBN for t...

CHANDRABABU  NAIDU - VISIONARY AHEAD OF TIMES Introduction: Political administration and bureaucracy are two very important pillars of democracy. Proper coordination and cooperation between these two functionaries is essential to built healthy and wealthy democracy.   Lack of synergy among these two important functionaries is often leading to conflicting situations, resulting in waste of public resources, far below potential growth rates etc reflecting as subdued economy. Politician is the one who look at short term gains through populist programs and benefits, irrespective of its public good and more interested in immediate vote catching techniques. Very few among politicians turn out to be leaders. Leader is one who looks for people’s welfare, development, growth, infrastructure etc and strikes a balance. Leader with long term vision, commitment to delivery, networking skills, team building, and technology interface is a rare combination and very selective few...