CM: All state agencies to be revamped

Melaka government will conduct a major revamp of all government agencies in an effort to ensure policies and services can be implemented more effectively to develop the state.

Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh said the massive change would be based on key performance indicators (KPIs) and would eliminate old work culture such as delayed output, lack of thoroughness and cohesion with the state government.

“For nine months of leading the state government since last March 31, I have yet to make any reshuffle or change involving any head of state government department or agency.

“Throughout that period, I just observed how all civil servants in Melaka work.

“This year, I want them to immediately change the way they think, act and work,” he told BK.

He said this at an event attended by Melaka State Secretary Datuk Zaidi Johari.

Ab Rauf said the heads of federal departments and agencies in Melaka were asked to be on the same track as the state government and provide their full cooperation, especially regarding current policies.

“I understand that heads of federal departments and agencies are bound by KPIs set by their headquarters, but I believe there is room for discussion so that what is planned at the state level meets the needs of stakeholders.

“I also hope that all federal departments and agencies in this state can bring the state mandate to the federal level,” he added.

Meanwhile, Ab Rauf said nominations were being accepted for the Melaka Seri Award (ASM) to recognise individuals from Melaka who have made significant contributions at national or international level.

Nominations can be made online at the ASB website www.asm-melaka.my until March 31.

“ASM is awarded to Melaka-born folk who received their early education in the state and the candidates are icons in various fields such as public service, corporate, arts, culture and sports.

“These individuals can assist the state government to contribute ideas for the development of Melaka,” said Ab Rauf.