CMGI is committed to excellence and places significant importance on creating value for every task it undertakes. The primary goal of this initiative is to collaborate with the Departments of the Government of Odisha and other stakeholders to examine critical issues in Governance, pinpoint solutions, assist in developing action plans, and support the implementation of Governance Reforms.

CMGI functions as a think tank, facilitating the translation of government goals, objectives, and policy priorities into concrete reform actions within the realm of Governance. It aids the State Government in recognizing key areas for transformation that will have the greatest impact on enhancing performance and policy-making in government, thereby enabling a more effective response to the needs of the populace. Additionally, it establishes a repository of best practices and tools across all facets of governance reforms, including e-Governance. To bolster change management programs within the Government and effectively advance governance reforms, CMGI has crafted a reform communication strategy aimed at broader implementation and capacity building within the Government. Beyond these noble objectives, CMGI serves as a knowledge hub and think tank, offering consultancy services to national, state, and local governments in India and developing nations in the areas of design, action research, and the execution of governance reforms, including administrative reforms to promote good governance.

CMGI continues to evolve into a world-class institution dedicated to guiding governance reforms in Odisha, India, and the developing world by integrating knowledge, technology, and people. It aspires to rank among the very best globally in the field of practical reforms that encourage growth-oriented and people-centered good governance.

Administrative reform remains an ongoing necessity within the Government, particularly when it faces a significant shift in its fundamental governance structure, including its objectives. The Centre for Modernizing Government Initiative (CMGI) originated from the recommendations made by the Government of Odisha (GoO) aimed at achieving its vision of transforming governance. CMGI has managed a variety of projects, offering consulting assistance to both central and state Governments in India for the development and execution of e-Government initiatives.

CMGI plays a pivotal role in coordinating and supporting the design and implementation of the Governance Reform Programme of the Government of Odisha. It engages in action research, provides expert advice, and conducts change management programs for government departments and agencies to facilitate the successful execution of their reform agendas. Additionally, it collaborates closely with policymakers, including Ministers, officials, and other stakeholders, particularly citizens, to foster a government that is Simple, Moral, Accountable, Responsive, and Transparent (SMART). Beyond its strategic advisory functions, we also assist both central and state governments in enhancing the delivery of public services, designing IT systems to improve internal efficiencies, and developing leadership capabilities and skill sets within the Government.