Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu chaired a review meeting of RTGS at the Secretariat in Amaravati on Tuesday. Image: TOI

vijayawada: : Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu Man Mitra has directed officials to develop a dedicated app to enable people to access all government services online, in addition to the services being provided through the WhatsApp platform. The Chief Minister reviewed the functioning of the Real Time Governance Society (RTGS) and field-level performance of various departments at the camp office on Tuesday. He stressed that government services should be delivered to the people without any inconvenience.Naidu said that Mana Mitra should create awareness among the public about using government services through WhatsApp. He directed officials to develop an app to ease online access to services. The Chief Minister said that rural Anna canteens should provide services at par with urban areas. He directed the officials to ensure efficient management of all Anna canteens across the state. Naidu stressed the need for strict monitoring to prevent contamination. He directed the officials to collect drinking water samples daily and ensure that there is no negligence in maintaining the quality standards.The Chief Minister called for greater public participation in cleanliness programs and said that innovative initiatives should be taken to create awareness about environmental protection and cleanliness. He said that the Jaldhara program being implemented across the state should show clear results. He asked the officials to prepare tanks and ponds before the monsoon and ensure that rain water is conserved effectively. He suggested bringing every pond and water body under online monitoring system.Naidu also called for a technology-based system for regular monitoring and protection of government lands. He asked the officials to study the pilot project being implemented in Anantapur district for security of government properties. Emphasizing the need to curb ganja-related activities, the Chief Minister said that strict action should be taken against cultivation, transportation, sale and consumption of ganja. He also directed officials to intensify efforts to prevent crimes against women and create awareness about penalties for criminals. Naidu said the Center is showing interest in adopting the new governance model introduced by Andhra Pradesh. He said the state is implementing technology-driven decision-making through systems like RTGS and AWARE and these initiatives will be presented in the upcoming NITI Aayog meeting in Delhi.The review meeting was attended by Minister Kolusu Parthasaradhi, Chief Secretary Sai Prasad and senior officials of various departments.