Dhaka, Nov. 8 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has urged civil servants to make public administration more responsive to citizens, saying success depends on an efficient, honest and humane administration.

The premier was speaking at the closing ceremony of the 81st foundation training course for new BCS officers at the Bangladesh Public Administration Training Centre in Savar on Sunday night.

"These qualities enrich not only an official but also the state and government," he said.

The four-month course concluded with Tarique presenting certificates to its 10 top performers.

He wished the officers success and urged them to apply their knowledge at work.

"People of any age must be able to seek help at government offices without facing ...