Meeting with Shri Manohar Lal Khattar, Hon’ble Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs
IC Centre for Governance Meets Shri Manohar Lal Khattar to Discuss Ethics in Governance and Urban Development
📅 Date: Tuesday | July 02, 2025
The IC Centre for Governance (ICCfG) had the privilege of holding a highly productive meeting with Shri Manohar Lal Khattar, Hon’ble Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs, on Tuesday, July 2, 2025. Representing ICCfG were Shri Prabhat Kumar, President of the Centre, and Shri Shanti Narain, Secretary General, who engaged in an in-depth discussion on the critical intersection of ethics, governance, and sustainable urban development.
The discussions highlighted the central role of ethics in governance, emphasizing that principled decision-making, transparency, and accountability are foundational to effective leadership and public service. Shri Khattar and the ICCfG delegation explored how ethical governance can be integrated into urban planning, affordable housing initiatives, and citizen-focused public policies, ensuring that cities grow in a sustainable, inclusive, and equitable manner.
During the meeting, the delegation shared ICCfG’s ongoing initiatives aimed at embedding ethics as a core pillar of public administration. These include leadership programs, policy advisory work, and collaborative engagements designed to strengthen governance frameworks, promote accountability, and foster citizen-centric outcomes. The dialogue emphasized that ethical governance is not just an abstract ideal, but a practical tool for enhancing institutional effectiveness and improving public trust in urban development initiatives.
The discussion also touched upon innovative strategies for sustainable cities, including the adoption of smart technologies, participatory planning, and efficient resource management, demonstrating how good governance practices can positively shape urban landscapes. Both parties agreed that ethical principles must guide the design and implementation of public policies to ensure long-term benefits for citizens and communities.
ICCfG expresses its sincere gratitude to Shri Manohar Lal Khattar for the constructive, forward-looking, and inspiring dialogue. The Minister’s encouragement reinforced the Centre’s commitment to championing ethics, integrity, and visionary leadership across public institutions. The meeting marked a significant step toward fostering collaboration between thought leadership organizations and government bodies to advance principled governance and sustainable urban development across India.