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Gandhinagar, Oct 30 (IANS) Gujarat Minister of State for Law and Justice Kaushik Vekaria has issued clear instructions to make all work of the Charity Commissioner Office and its subordinate offices mandatory online. The move aims to streamline the functioning of the department and bring greater accountability in public service delivery.
During a detailed review meeting with senior officials of the Law Department, the Minister focused on strengthening the administration and modernization of the Office of the Charity Commissioner. To ensure rapid implementation of digital transformation, Vekariya has directed immediate allocation of 35 additional computers for departmental use.
To further boost efficiency, the Minister announced significant expansion in manpower. He directed that the present sanctioned strength of 38 Accountants/Inspectors be tripled in the next budget provision, while the number of Deputy Charity Commissioners be increased from 8 to 12.
Additionally, recognizing the need for better mobility for field inspection, the Minister ordered the inclusion of a dedicated vehicle provision for officers and inspectors in the upcoming state budget. In a major administrative decision, Vekariya also approved reforms related to the eligibility criteria for the post of Joint Commissioner, whereby service tenure as Deputy Charity Commissioner will be counted continuously for consideration for promotion.
These instructions, aimed at modernizing the Office of the Charity Commissioner, are an important step towards strengthening governance, improving service delivery and ensuring greater efficiency within the administrative structure of the Department of Law and Justice.
The office of the Charity Commissioner in Gujarat plays a key role in regulating and supervising public trusts, charitable institutions and societies across the state. It ensures transparency, accountability and lawful management of charitable properties and donations under the Bombay Public Trust Act, 1950 (applicable to Gujarat).
The office is responsible for registering trusts, auditing their accounts, investigating mismanagement or misuse of funds, and providing guidance on governance and compliance. It also facilitates dispute resolution, ensures that charitable assets are used for their intended purposes, and oversees welfare-oriented activities that benefit education, health, and social causes.
–IANS
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