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Source: The post is based on the article “Year-End Review -2022: Ministry of Panchayati Raj” published in PIB on 23rd December 2022
What is the News?
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj has launched several initiatives and schemes in 2022.
What are the schemes and initiatives launched by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj in 2022?
e-Gram Swaraj and Audit Online
Citizen Charter: In order to focus on the commitment of the Panchayati Raj Institutions(PRIs) towards its Citizens with respect to the Standard of Services, Information, and Grievance Redress, the Ministry of Panchayati Raj has provided a platform to upload the Citizen Charter document with the slogan “Meri Panchayat Mera Adhikaar – Jan Sevaayein Hamaare Dwaar”.
– This charter also includes expectations of the Organization from the Citizens for fulfilling the commitment of the Organization.
Gram Urja Swaraj initiative: It has been launched by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj with an aim to promote the adoption of renewable energy at the Gram Panchayat level.
Panchayats (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996 (PESA)
Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan(RGSA)
Smart Vending e-Cart:
Developed by: Ministry of Panchayati Raj in collaboration with the Principal Scientific Advisor to the Government of India, Department of Science and Technology and six IITs.
Purpose: To be used by Vendors in rural areas for storage of perishable foods/items like vegetables & fruits etc.
