Atma Nirbharta

Atma Nirbharta

The Atma Nirbharta programme, initiated under the Karmayogi Bharat framework, is a transformative step towards building a self-reliant and future-ready government workforce. It focuses on enhancing the professional capabilities of personnel through structured training modules, practical exposure, and innovative learning approaches.

By instilling confidence and fostering skill development, the programme empowers individuals to contribute effectively to the evolving needs of governance and public service.


Aligned with the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, this initiative emphasizes innovation, accountability, and leadership at every level of administration. It fosters a culture of continuous learning and performance excellence, ensuring that government officials remain agile, adaptable, and responsive to emerging challenges.

Speaker Profile

Dr. Ramesh Kumar

Dr. Ramesh Kumar

Date Aug 4, 2025

Dr. Ramesh Kumar is an accomplished civil servant and thought leader in public administration. A 1982-batch officer of the Indian Administrative Service (Andhra Pradesh cadre), he holds a Ph.D., an M.A. in Economics, and a Bachelor of Law degree.

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Lt Gen K. Surendra Nath

Lt Gen K. Surendra Nath

Session: Welcome Address by the Programme Director
Date & Time: Aug 4, 2025 | 09:30 AM - 09:40 PM

Lt Gen K. Surendra Nath, PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd) is a highly decorated Indian Army veteran with over four decades of distinguished service in India and abroad.

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Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy

Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy

Session: Inaugural Address
Date & Time: 04 Aug 2025 | 09:40 AM - 10:30 AM

Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy is Member, National Security Advisory Board (NSAB), former Scientific Adviser to the Raksha Mantri and Honorary Adviser to the Government of Andhra Pradesh (Cabinet Rank).

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Lt Gen K. Surendra Nath

Lt Gen K. Surendra Nath

Session: Leadership Challenges
Date & Time: Aug 4, 2025 | 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Lt Gen K. Surendra Nath, PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd) is a highly decorated Indian Army veteran with over four decades of distinguished service in India and abroad.

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Mr Aramane Giridhar, IAS (Retd)

Mr Aramane Giridhar, IAS (Retd)

Session: Atma Nirbharta
Date & Time: Aug 4, 2025 | 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM

Mr Aramane Giridhar is a retired IAS officer (1988, Andhra Pradesh cadre) with over three decades of leadership in policy reform, defense modernisation, industrial development, and public finance at both national and state levels.

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Dr Alka Mittal

Dr Alka Mittal

Session: Karmayogi Mindset
Date & Time: Aug 4, 2025 | 04:00 PM - 05:30 PM

Dr. Alka Mittal is a distinguished corporate leader and HR professional, currently serving as Member (Administration) of the Capacity Building Commission.

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AVM (Dr) Arjun Subramaniam, AVSM (Retd)

AVM (Dr) Arjun Subramaniam, AVSM (Retd)

Session: Lessons from Contemporary Conflicts: Strategies and Technologies for Future Security Challenges
Date & Time: Aug 4, 2025 | 05:30 PM - 07:00 PM

Air Vice Marshal (Dr) Arjun Subramaniam is the former President’s Chair of Excellence in National Security Affairs at the National Defence College, New Delhi. He is a retired fighter pilot from the Indian Air Force who has flown MiG-21s and Mirage-2000s.

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