Central Science and Technology Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh said at the 72nd Annual General Meeting that the Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA) has 26 regional and 43 local branches set up by 31 March 2026
Minister said that digital learning, online courses and private sector collaboration will further extend IIPA’s reach so that capacity‑building opportunities are not confined to Delhi alone
Current Status of IIPA
By 31 March 2026, IIPA’s nationwide reach includes 26 regional and 43 local branches
Membership has reached 11,611, with efforts ongoing to include young professionals and recent graduates
In 2025‑26 the institute completed 45 research projects, has 13 ongoing, and conducted 130 training programmes, 35 of which were for state, district and local officials
Importance of Digital Education
Minister highlighted digital education and online courses as the main means of capacity building
Plan to reach a wider audience with learning resources through digital platforms and private sector collaboration
Future Direction
IIPA will strengthen its regional and local branches to ensure broad participation, professional engagement and knowledge dissemination
Minister said this effort aligns with India’s Vision for a Developed India @ 2047