PM to Chair NITI Aayog Council Meeting with State CMs
Prime Minister Modi will chair a crucial meeting of the NITI Aayog's Governing Council today. The council, NITI Aayog's apex decision-making body, includes all Chief Ministers, Lieutenant Governors of Union Territories, and several Union Ministers. The agenda likely focuses on key national development priorities, policy implementation, and fostering cooperative federalism to achieve shared national goals. This meeting is pivotal for aligning central and state strategies for India's progress.
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The Governing Council of NITI Aayog serves as the apex body to foster cooperative federalism, coordinate policy between the central and state governments, and align national development priorities by involving all Chief Ministers and Lieutenant Governors in key decision-making.
The Governing Council includes the Prime Minister (chairperson), all Chief Ministers of Indian states, Lieutenant Governors of Union Territories, and several Union Ministers. Experts and specialists may also be invited as special invitees for specific agenda items.
Cooperative federalism refers to the collaboration between central and state governments to formulate and implement policies for national development, ensuring all stakeholders work together towards shared goals rather than acting independently or competitively.
The Governing Council usually meets annually or as needed. Meetings focus on major national issues, policy implementation, resource allocation, economic reforms, and resolving inter-state or center-state challenges to advance India’s overall development.