The 4th National Conference of Chief Secretaries is currently taking place in New Delhi, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The conference aims to enhance cooperation between Central and State Governments, focusing on cooperative federalism for accelerated growth and development.

Key Points:

Theme: "Promoting Entrepreneurship, Employment, and Skilling – Leveraging the Demographic Dividend."

Focus Areas: Manufacturing, Services, Rural Nonfarm sectors, Urban development, Renewable Energy, Circular Economy.

Special Sessions: 

1. Frontier Technology for Viksit Bharat

2. Developing Cities as Economic Growth Hubs

3. Economic Reforms in States to Attract Investment

4. Capacity Building through Mission Karmayogi

Objectives: Promote stronger cooperation between the Centre and States, identify best practices, and implement strategies for holistic development.