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PM Modi Extends Heartfelt Greetings on National Panchayati Raj Day 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended heartfelt congratulations to people's representatives on National Panchayati Raj Day, emphasizing the importance of public service. The day commemorates the 1993 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, which gave constitutional status to Panchayati Raj institutions. The central event at Vigyan Bhawan includes the release of the Panchayat Advancement Index-2.0 report and three books on rural heritage. The theme for 2026 is "Sashakt Panchayat, Sarvangeen Vikas" (Empowered Panchayats, Holistic Development).

Key Points: PM Modi Greets Panchayati Raj Day 2026

  • PM Modi congratulates representatives on Panchayati Raj Day
  • Theme is "Sashakt Panchayat, Sarvangeen Vikas"
  • Event held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi
  • 33 years of 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act
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"Heartfelt congratulations to people's representatives on Panchayati Raj Day!": PM Modi

PM Modi congratulates representatives on Panchayati Raj Day. He highlights public service dedication and quotes "king's happiness lies in public happiness."

"s king's happiness lies in public happiness.QUOTE: In the happiness of the people lies the king's happiness; in their welfare lies his own welfare. - PM Modi"

New Delhi, April 24

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday congratulated the people's representatives across the country on the occasion of National Panchayati Raj Day, saying that the "king's happiness lies in the happiness of the public".

National Panchayati Raj Day is observed every year on April 24 to commemorate the enactment of the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act in 1993, which gave constitutional status to Panchayati Raj institutions in India.

Sharing an X post, PM Modi wrote, "Heartfelt congratulations to the people's representatives across the country on the occasion of Panchayati Raj Day! Your dedication to public service alongside national service is truly inspiring to one and all. In the happiness of the people lies the king's happiness; in their welfare lies his own welfare. The king should consider dear not what is dear to himself, but what is dear to the people."

The theme for National Panchayati Raj Day 2026 is "Sashakt Panchayat, Sarvangeen Vikas" (Empowered Panchayats, Holistic Development).

Ministry of Panchayati Raj is set to celebrate National Panchayati Raj Day (NPRD) today at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi.

Observed every year on 24th April, the day commemorates the enactment of the landmark 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, which gave constitutional status and legal recognition to Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) across India. This year marks 33 years of that defining milestone in India's democratic journey.

In a significant highlight of the national event, the message of Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be read out at the function being held in New Delhi. Through the State/UT Panchayati Raj Departments, the Prime Minister's message will be disseminated among the elected representatives and functionaries of Panchayati Raj Institutions and Rural Local Bodies across the country.

The national event will be graced by Union Minister of State for Panchayati Raj SP Singh Baghel. Secretary, Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Vivek Bharadwaj, along with other senior officials of the Ministry, will be present on the occasion. Elected representatives of PRIs from Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Haryana will also participate in the event.

On the occasion, the Report on Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI)-2.0 and 3 books on 'Meri Panchayat Meri Dharohar' will be released. Under the Ministry's 'Panchayat Dharohar Initiative', the three illustrated publications on rural heritage to be released are: a Monograph on Rural Heritage of Tripura, a Monograph on Rural Heritage of Tirupati and 'Uttarkashi: Saumya Kashi: The Soul of Himalayan Heritage'.

National Panchayati Raj Day is observed with much fervour across the country at the State, District, Block and Gram Panchayat levels wherein Gram Panchayats will hold Gram Sabha meetings, reaffirming the spirit of participatory democracy at the grassroots.

The day provides an occasion to recognize the role of the three-tier Panchayati Raj system in accelerating progress towards Viksit Bharat.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I appreciate the sentiment, I wish Panchayati Raj institutions had more financial autonomy. Many gram panchayats struggle with funds for basic infrastructure. The 'Sashakt Panchayat' theme is good, but empowerment needs to be more than just words on paper. Still, it's a day to celebrate our democratic structure. 🇮🇳
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Sarah B
This is such an inspiring initiative! As someone from the US studying Indian governance models, I'm amazed at how Panchayati Raj system brings democracy to the village level. The 'Meri Panchayat Meri Dharohar' heritage project sounds fascinating - preserving rural heritage while empowering local bodies. Great work!
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Vikram M
Panchayati Raj Day is important, but we need to address issues like caste politics and corruption at the local level. The 73rd Amendment was a landmark, but implementation remains uneven. Still, PM Modi's message about public service is valuable - our leaders should truly prioritize people's welfare over personal gain. Let's hope for real change!
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Ananya R
Happy Panchayati Raj Day to all the grassroots leaders! 🎉 My grandmother was a sarpanch for 15 years in Rajasthan, and she always said that true democracy begins at the village level. The 'Viksit Bharat' vision can only become reality when every gram panchayat is strong. Proud of our democratic roots! 🌾
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Rohit P
Good to see the government focusing on Panchayati Raj. The Panchayat Advancement Index 2.0 and heritage publications are nice steps. But our villages need more than

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