Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha commended the performance of Panchayats in Tripura during the inauguration of a two-day Panchayati Raj Capacity Building Programme at the State Panchayat Resource Centre, A.D. Nagar on Monday, September 1. Dr. Saha highlighted that none of the Panchayats in the state have fallen under the lowest Grade-D category of the Panchayat Advancement Index, with 42 Panchayats securing Grade-A rankings, while 728 and 406 Panchayats received Grade-B and Grade-C respectively.
Addressing the representatives, the Chief Minister stressed the importance of strengthening the grassroots democratic structure through sincere and accountable functioning. He emphasized that Panchayats are crucial for the successful implementation of central and state schemes, stating that they are the backbone of democracy and the foundation of governance in rural India.
Dr. Saha emphasized the need for transparency in public life, noting that Panchayats should serve the people by sincerely implementing welfare schemes rather than being used as political hubs. He highlighted the economic significance of rural Tripura, pointing out that a large percentage of the population resides in villages and that the state’s economic development is closely tied to rural development.
The Chief Minister also mentioned that Tripura has improved its ranking in the Panchayat Devolution Index, moving up to 7th place this year from 13th in 2015. He credited the focus on rural development under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government as a key priority for the state.
Panchayat Minister Kishor Barman, Secretary Abhishek Singh, Director Prasun Dey, and other dignitaries were also present at the event, showing their support for the continued growth and success of Panchayats in Tripura.
