Government must see challenges as opportunities to innovate: KT Rama Rao

Former IT Minister and BRS working president KT Rama Rao has emphasised that the challenges faced by the government should be viewed as opportunities before it to innovate and develop solutions, often leveraging technology to create more people-friendly policies.

Interacting with young minds during a podcast organised with students from various city schools, as part of an initiative of Under18World’s mission intended to educate young people about politics, voting, and civic engagement, he highlighted the fulfilment that comes from impactful public service and fostering connections with constituents, while candidly acknowledging the challenges that come with criticism and negativity.

During the session, he addressed a myriad of questions from the students, on wide ranging issues including the advantages and disadvantages



of pursuing a career in politics.

The students seized the opportunity to question Rama Rao about his tenure as IT Minister, gaining valuable insights into the inner workings of government. He lauded the proactive stance of Under18 World in combating corruption and appreciated the students’ resolve to tackle social evils at their level.

The Under-18 World is a thriving community of 1.5 lakh high school students in Hyderabad, providing real-world experiences in government, service, and business. The organization’s U18 Mic drop citizen development programme includes divisions such as the Under18 Government, U18 Service Commission, and Corporate, empowering students through various initiatives. These divisions enable students to draft and implement bills on pressing issues, execute them in schools, and gain career experience.