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Union Ministry to Host Atmanirbhar Panchayat Workshop in Hyderabad Tomorrow

The Union Ministry of Panchayati Raj will hold a workshop on the Atmanirbhar Panchayat Programme in Hyderabad, led by Secretary Vivek Bharadwaj. The event aims to introduce participants to the programme's vision and operational framework, with a focus on financial self-reliance for Panchayats. A live demonstration of the Atmanirbhar Panchayat Portal will be conducted, showcasing transparent digital workflows. The programme, supported by HUDCO and NABARD, seeks to develop bankable projects through a national challenge process over four years.

Key Points: Atmanirbhar Panchayat Workshop in Hyderabad Tomorrow

  • Workshop to be inaugurated by Panchayati Raj Secretary Vivek Bharadwaj
  • Focus on Atmanirbhar Panchayat Programme under Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan
  • Live demonstration of Atmanirbhar Panchayat Portal
  • Support from HUDCO and NABARD for rural project development
  • Programme aims to build self-reliant Panchayats over four years
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Union Ministry to hold workshop on Atmanirbhar Panchayat in Hyderabad tomorrow

Panchayati Raj Secretary Vivek Bharadwaj to lead a workshop on the Atmanirbhar Panchayat Programme in Hyderabad, focusing on self-reliant local governance.

"The Secretary will introduce participants of a workshop to the vision, objectives and operational framework of the Atmanirbhar Panchayat Programme - Official statement"

Hyderabad, May 1

Panchayati Raj Secretary Vivek Bharadwaj will on Saturday begin discussions here on Atmanirbhar Panchayat Programme, a forward-looking initiative of the Ministry of Panchayati Raj under the Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan, an official said on Friday.

"The Secretary will introduce participants of a workshop to the vision, objectives and operational framework of the Atmanirbhar Panchayat Programme at National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (NIRD&PR) at Rajendra Nagar," an official statement said.

The outreach workshop will be inaugurated by Bharadwaj in the presence of Mukta Shekhar, Panchayati Raj Ministry's Joint Secretary; M. Dana Kishore, Telangana Special Chief Secretary of Panchayati Raj and Rural Development Department, other senior officers of the state government, faculty members of NIRD&PR, senior officers of Housing and Urban Development Corporation Limited (HUDCO) and National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) and Panchayat representatives and functionaries from across Telangana.

"In his address, Bharadwaj is expected to outline the vision of the Atmanirbhar Panchayat Programme, followed by a detailed presentation on the national policy objectives, technical roadmap and expected outcomes," the statement said.

A live, end-to-end demonstration of the Atmanirbhar Panchayat Portal will walk participants through the application workflow and digital dashboards, making the process accessible and transparent for Panchayats at every level

An interactive Question and Answer session will provide all stakeholders a valuable opportunity to engage directly with the Ministry and gain clarity on participation, the statement added.

The state of Telangana will also articulate its commitment and priorities under the Programme, setting a tone of active partnership between the Centre and the state.

Public sector organisations like HUDCO and NABARD are supporting the programme with their expertise in rural project development and possible financial support.

The Atmanirbhar Panchayat Programme is designed to support eligible Gram Panchayats and Block Panchayats in developing and implementing financially viable, bankable projects that strengthen their own sources of revenue, the statement said.

Through a transparent national challenge process, selected proposals from panchayats will receive dedicated technical assistance from project development to financial closure, with support spanning Public-Private Partnerships, CSR funding, bank finance and convergence with other government schemes.

Community participation in planning will be ensured through mandatory consent by the Gram Sabhas.

Ideas will come from the Panchayats and the technical assistance will develop the winning ideas into bankable projects.

Over its four-year implementation period, the Programme aspires to build a new generation of self-reliant, economically confident Panchayats, each a living demonstration that financial independence and good local governance go hand in hand, the statement added.

- IANS

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Shreya B
Finally, a focus on financial independence for Panchayats! The idea of Gram Sabha consent is crucial — we need to ensure that community participation isn't just a checkbox. Also, partnerships with HUDCO and NABARD can provide the technical expertise our villages desperately need.
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Michael C
Impressive to see such structured planning for rural self-reliance. The national challenge process for project selection sounds innovative — it could encourage healthy competition among Panchayats. However, proper implementation at the ground level will be key. Hope the digital portal works seamlessly for all.
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Vikram M
As someone from a village Panchayat, I feel this could be a game-changer if executed properly. But I hope the technical assistance reaches the smallest Panchayats, not just the well-connected ones. And please ensure the portals have multi-language support — many Sarpanches are not comfortable with English. 🙏
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Emma D
This is a positive step towards decentralisation of power and finance. Atmanirbhar Panchayat aligns well with the larger vision of a self-reliant India. I particularly appreciate the emphasis on Public-Private Partnerships and CSR funding — it can bring corporate expertise to rural development. Well planned!
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Kavya N
This is a much-needed reform! Panchayats have been dependent on state funds for too long. Giving them tools to generate their own revenue will boost local accountability. However, I hope the 'bankable projects' don't become a burden on villagers. Transparency in financial closure is a must.

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