Archive · 29 Jul 2025
Odisha to Launch 'Panchayat Puraskar' to Recognize Local Governance
The Odisha government is starting its own awards, called 'Panchayat Puraskar,' to honor the best local government bodies.
These are like the village, block, and district councils.
The goal is to improve how these groups work and to boost rural areas.
A total of Rs 4 crore has been set aside for the awards, starting in 2024-25.
The awards will look at how well the groups do in areas like providing jobs, cleanliness, and running things fairly.
The money can be used for things such as roads, healthcare, or education.
Odisha government is launching the 'Panchayat Puraskar' to recognize outstanding local government bodies.
The initiative aims to strengthen grassroots governance and promote rural development.
Rs 4 crore has been allocated for the scheme, starting in 2024-25.
Awards will be given at the state, district, and block levels.
Awards will be based on performance in areas like MGNREGA and good governance.
- Who
- Odisha government
- What
- Odisha government is launching the 'Panchayat Puraskar' to recognize local government bodies.
- When
- Starting in 2024-25
- Where
- Odisha
- Why
- To strengthen grassroots governance and encourage rural development.
- Award Name
- 'Panchayat Puraskar'
- Funding
- Rs 4 crore
- Award Levels
- State, District, Block
- Focus Areas
- MGNREGA, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, Jal Jeevan Mission, Good Governance, Skill Development, Income Generation, Online Auditing and Women's Participation
- Start Year
- 2024-25
