To achieve Viksit Bharat by 2047, the existing administrative framework must be strengthened. India needs a governance model that combines the strengths of experienced administrators with the knowledge and analytical capabilities of technical experts. A practical solution would be to establish a structured techno-bureaucratic framework within the government

India’s aspiration to become a developed nation by 2047 is not merely an economic objective; it is a civilizational mission. The vision of Viksit Bharat encompasses technological leadership, food, nutrition and health security, climate resilience, digital inclusion, energy security, and global competitiveness. Achieving these ambitions, however, requires more than investments and infrastructure. It demands a fundamental transformation in the way India governs itself.

While India’s economy and society have undergone remarkable changes over the past three decades, many aspects of its administrative architecture continue to reflect structures designed for a different era. One of the most significant yet least discussed challenges lies in the composition of senior leadership within the Government of India. Today, strategic policymaking positions at the level of Joint Secretary and above are overwhelmingly occupied by traditional career civil service cadres.

There is no dispute regarding the historic contribution of India’s civil services to nation-building. However, the governance challenges of the twenty-first century increasingly require a combination of administrative capability and deep domain expertise. The world is entering an era shaped by artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, cybersecurity, biotechnology, climate adaptation, digital public infrastructure, precision agriculture, and advanced healthcare systems. Public policy in these sectors cannot rely solely on administrative experience. It........

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