The Economic Times

Cabinet Secretariat cracks down on red tape, orders faster clearances for Centre's key projects

The Cabinet Secretariat is pushing for faster government processes and reduced red tape to expedite key central projects. New directives aim to streamline inter-ministerial consultations and ensure timely Cabinet approvals. A cascaded review mechanism before PRAGATI meetings and enhanced monitoring of the e-Samiksha portal are being implemented to boost efficiency and outcomes across ministries and states.