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MyGov - Citizen Participation towards Good Governance

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"Success of democracy is impossible without participation of the people" - Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi


India is the largest democracy in the world and citizens here are highly enthusiastic to be a part of Governance. In a democratic system, citizen participation is one of the key components of decision making process. MyGov - External website that opens in a new window is an innovative platform launched to ensure citizens' engagement in decision making by the Government so that the ultimate goal of "Good Governance" for building India is achieved. This initiative is an opportunity for citizens and well-wishers from across the world to share their views on key issues directly with the Prime Minister of India - External website that opens in a new window.

Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi - External website that opens in a new window launched MyGov - External website that opens in a new window to empower the citizens of India to contribute towards Surajya. The Prime Minister believes that "the success of democracy is impossible without participation of the people".

The platform - MyGov - External website that opens in a new window - encourages citizens as well as people abroad to 'Discuss' and 'Do'. There are multiple theme-based discussions on MyGov - External website that opens in a new window where a wide range of people can share their thoughts and ideas. Further, any idea shared by a contributor will also be discussed on these discussion forums, allowing constructive feedback and interaction among participants. MyGov - External website that opens in a new window aims to establish a link between Government and Citizens towards meeting the goal of good governance in the country. For those who wish to go beyond discussions and wish to contribute on the ground, MyGov - External website that opens in a new window offers several avenues to do so. Citizens can volunteer for various tasks and submit their entries. These tasks would then be reviewed by other members and experts. Once approved, these tasks can be shared by those who complete the task and by other members on MyGov - External website that opens in a new window platform. Every approved task would earn credit points for completing the task.

Groups and creative corners are an important part of MyGov - External website that opens in a new window. The platform has been divided into various groups namely Clean Ganga - External website that opens in a new window, Green India - External website that opens in a new window, Job Creation - External website that opens in a new window, Girl Child Education - External website that opens in a new window, Skill Development - External website that opens in a new window, Digital India - External website that opens in a new window, Swachh Bharat (Clean India) - External website that opens in a new window. Each group consists of online and onground tasks that can be taken up by the contributors. The objective of each group is to bring about a qualitative change in that sphere through people's participation.




At MyGov - Citizens Can
At MyGov - Citizens Can
  • Directly connect with the Government, Ministries and Departments led by Hon. Prime Minister
  • Realize their hidden potential and talent on a national platform and get recognized
  • (Discuss) Express views on policies, programs and matters of national interest
  • (Do Tasks) Collaborate on key areas of development and governance
  • Contribute to nation building while earning credits along the way by Posting views on Discussions
  • Completing tasks volunteered for
  • View ideas and viewpoints of others and share the same

Meet the Prime Minister

Selected Volunteers periodically may also get a chance to put forward their ideas and views directly to the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India. So, think outside the box to earn a chance to meet the Hon'ble Prime Minister - External website that opens in a new window.


Government can

  • Understand viewpoints of citizens and gather feedback
  • Get people's ideas and their contribution through the tasks
  • Identify talent and expertise which can be garnered towards the success of projects with people's participation
  • Implement best ideas and achieve the goal of 'Good Governance'
How can I join MyGov?
How can I join MyGov?

Registration - External website that opens in a new window process is very simple and quick on MyGov - External website that opens in a new window. You need to just fill up a simple signup form with your details such as your Name, Last Name, Email, 10-digit mobile number, password (At least one alphabet, one special character (= ! - @ . _ # $ % * allowed/and one numeric value). After a successful registration you can participate in discussions and can also do tasks on the ground.

You can also contact the admin at admin[at]mygov[dot]nic[dot]in in case you face any issue pertaining to registration and how to use the portal.

Working together with the Government for 'Surajya'

MyGov Platform facilitates engagement between Citizens and Government:

To participate in discussions within groups, you need to first join a group. You can join maximum four groups at a time. Each Group offers "Discuss" and "Do" options. Once you select to discuss within a group, you will see topics on which people have already shared their opinions and ideas. It is really simple to just read the topic of discussion within your group and share your ideas or thoughts.

MyGov - External website that opens in a new window offers multiple theme-based discussions where a wide range of people can share their thoughts and ideas. Further, any idea shared by a contributor will also be discussed on these discussion forums, allowing constructive feedback and interaction. Shared ideas and comments can also be liked and replied by other members in a group.

Documents, Ideas, Photos, Videos submitted along with views in the "Discuss" section would be subjected to review.

There is work to be done and a nation to be built. Find little tasks that interest you and do your bit for India. The real essence of your participation lies in getting directly involved and making a contribution. MyGov - External website that opens in a new window offers tasks that enable you to do the same. Citizens can volunteer to work for these tasks. You need to finish the task and upload the related document, pictures, presentation, etc. before the closing date. Predefined credit points would be allotted upon task completion. Credit based incentives will also be announced by the concerned Ministry/Department/Office.

MyGov - External website that opens in a new window Open Forum is your one stop platform to share views and ideas on issues of national importance. The issues of national importance being discussed in this Forum require wider participation and discussion among members of MyGov - External website that opens in a new window. The topics transcend all the groups due to their scope and importance. Each member of MyGov - External website that opens in a new window is automatically a member of the Open Forum and can join the various discussions taking place in the Forum.

This is an outstanding platform for all the creative minds who wish to explore their skills and showcase their creative inputs to all and sundry. This corner gives you the opportunity to creatively engage with various Government Departments. From time to time, Ministries will need your creative inputs on the creativity related aspects of their initiatives. The tasks may vary from proposing a design for a mobile application to providing a draft banner/logo as well to suggesting a creative punchline for an initiative.

Blogs at MyGov - External website that opens in a new window give you information about all the groups in the portal. You can read these blogs and know more about the initiatives and contribution of each group. Apart from giving you information on groups, Blogs will also keep you abreast with all latest developments related to winners, competitions, and campaigns of MyGov - External website that opens in a new window.

MyGov - External website that opens in a new window is a small step towards the larger mission of becoming a one stop centre for citizen engagement towards good governance. Over time the number of Groups, Tasks and Discussions will increase. The portal would also be used as a comprehensive knowledge repository, giving insights from the sharpest and brightest minds across India.