About SADHANA Saptah
India's governance landscape is being reshaped by rapid technological change, renewed attention to Indian Knowledge Systems, and an increasing focus on Citizen Centricity. SADHANA Saptah is conceived as a theme-focused, sector-anchored exercise (sector classification as per SGOS) to strengthen governance capability across Ministries, Departments, Organisations (MDO), and States. The structure of the week shall be focused on three themes or Sutras — Technology, Tradition & Tangible Outcomes.
The week coincides with the Foundation Day of CBC and completion of five years of Mission Karmayogi, providing an opportunity to review progress while strengthening the national capacity-building ecosystem.
Through a blended delivery model—comprising Karmayogi Talks by domain experts, Samuhik Charchas within institutions, digital learning through the iGOT platform, inter-ministerial workshops, and training programmes conducted by civil services training institutions—the initiative will engage civil servants across the government ecosystem. Participation will extend across 93 Central Ministries and Departments, 30 States and UTs implementing Mission Karmayogi, and more than 200 civil services training institutions, supported through coordinated institutional mechanisms led by CBC
Beyond a week of learning engagements, SĀDHANA Saptah aims to reinforce a culture of continuous learning in government, accelerate engagement with the digital learning ecosystem, strengthen knowledge exchange across institutions, and generate insights for strengthening the broader capacity-building architecture under Mission Karmayogi.
Technology
AI and emerging technologies transforming the sector
- Sector-specific AI use cases
- Regulatory readiness
- Digital public infrastructure integration
Tradition
Indian Knowledge Systems and indigenous innovations
- Civilizational practices with contemporary relevance
- Community-led institutional models
- Indigenous governance insights
Tangible Outcomes
Outcome-oriented governance and public value creation
- Citizen impact tracking
- Clear articulation of priority sectoral outcomes
- Dashboard-based monitoring
Event Schedule
2nd April - 8th April 2026
Activities Available Throughout the Week
Flexible, self-paced and group-based learning opportunities
| S.N. | Format | Session | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | iGOT Modules | Courses on iGOT - At the Learner's Convenience. Special focus on courses on AI and the iGOT marketplace courses. |
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| 2 | Samuhik Charcha | MDO/State led Samuhik Charcha | Templatized format with clear outcomes and outputs facilitated by the Capacity Building Commission and Karmayogi Bharat. Duration: 60 to 120 min. |
| 3 | Workshops / Onsite Courses (Physical) | MDO/CSTI/State led workshops / physical training | Session led by MDOs/CSTI on relevant sectoral / domain related capacity building topics. |
| 4 | Thematic Days | Technology (3rd & 4th April), Traditions (5th & 6th April), Tangible Outcomes (7th & 8th April) |
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National Conclave on Mission Karmayogi
Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi | 2nd April 2026 | 10:00 AM onwards
| S.N. | Programme | Time | ||||||||||||
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| 1. |
Inaugural Function
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | ||||||||||||
| Tea Break | ||||||||||||||
| 2. |
Master Class: 'Capacity Building Imperative for an Entrepreneurial State'
Shri. V. Anantha Nageswaran, Chief Economic Advisor, Govt. of India
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11:30 AM - 12:00 Noon | ||||||||||||
| 3. |
Thematic Session-I: National Workshop on Future Ready Training Institutions for Viksit Bharat
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12:00 Noon - 01:30 PM | ||||||||||||
| Lunch Break | ||||||||||||||
| 4. |
Thematic Session-II: Karmayogi Quality Framework
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02:30 PM - 03:30 PM | ||||||||||||
| 5. |
Special Address
Shri T. V. Somnath, Cabinet Secretary, Govt. of India
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03:30 PM - 04:00 PM | ||||||||||||
| 6. |
Closing Reflection and Vote of Thanks
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04:00 PM - 04:15 PM | ||||||||||||
| Tea & Networking | ||||||||||||||
Daily Webinar Sessions
3rd April - 8th April 2026 | Virtual / Hybrid
Morning Session - Webinar 1
60 minutesTheme-aligned webinar session led by domain experts covering Technology, Tradition, or Tangible Outcomes based on the day's thematic focus.
Afternoon / Evening Session - Webinar 2
60 minutesComplementary webinar session with sectoral deep-dives, case studies, and interactive discussions aligned with the day's theme.
| S.N. | Format | Session | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | iGOT Modules | Courses on iGOT - At the Learner's Convenience. Special focus on courses on AI and the iGOT marketplace courses. |
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| 2 | Samuhik Charcha | MDO/State led Samuhik Charcha | Templatized format with clear outcomes and outputs facilitated by the Capacity Building Commission and Karmayogi Bharat. Duration: 60 to 120 min. |
| 3 | Workshops / Onsite Courses (Physical) | MDO/CSTI/State led workshops / physical training | Session led by MDOs/CSTI on relevant sectoral / domain related capacity building topics. |
| 4 | Thematic Days | Technology (3rd & 4th April), Traditions (5th & 6th April), Tangible Outcomes (7th & 8th April) |
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Samapan Samaroh - Valedictory Day
8th April 2026
| S.N. | Duration | Session | Tentative Speakers / Activities |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 120 minutes | Felicitation Session |
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Curated Learning Pathways on iGOT Karmayogi
AI Courses & iGOT Marketplace Courses available throughout the week
| S.N. | Course Name | Provider | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Strategy and Game Theory for Management | IIM, Ahmedabad | 32h 42m |
| 2 | Leadership Skills | IIM, Ahmedabad | 46h 11m |
| 3 | Law, Governance, and Public Policy | O. P. Jindal Global University | 18h 37m |
| 4 | Introduction to Quantum Information | KAIST | 10h 48m |
| 5 | Negotiation Fundamentals | ESSEC Business School | 8h 39m |
| 6 | Analysis and Interpretation of Large-Scale Programs | Johns Hopkins University | 21h 6m |
| 7 | Build and Execute an Organisational AI Strategy | Coursera Instructor Network | 5h 52m |
| 8 | Forest Carbon Credits and Initiatives | Michigan State University | 6h |
| 9 | Design Thinking and Predictive Analytics for Data Products | UC San Diego | 8h 25m |
| 10 | Effective Engagement of Civil Society in Development | Erasmus University Rotterdam | 13h 19m |
| 11 | Blockchain Platforms | University at Buffalo, SUNY | 16h 16m |
| 12 | Trade and Investment: Evidence-based Policies for Development | Erasmus University, Rotterdam | 17h 2m |
| 13 | Foundations of Cybersecurity | 10h 10m |