Boleng, Nov 2 : An orientation programme on the Gram Panchayat Development Plan (GPDP), Basic Grants under 10% State’s Own Revenue (SOR), and convergence of various sources of funds was held here on Monday, chaired by Niyang Pertin Member Secretary (PR), Boleng Block. The meeting was also attended by Yanga Kodak, BMM, Boleng Block, GPCs and GPMs.
The programme focused on sensitising PRI members on participatory planning, effective utilisation of available funds and convergence of Finance Commission grants, SOR and other departmental schemes to make Panchayats financially stronger and self-sufficient.
The importance of the Village Poverty Reduction Plan (VPRP) was also highlighted, with emphasis on integrating VPRP priorities into GPDP to ensure that the needs of SHGs, women and vulnerable households are reflected in Panchayat-level development plans. The need for close coordination between PRIs and ArSRLM was stressed to promote inclusive development, livelihood generation and sustainable village-level growth.