DAPORIJO, SEP 28:
A three-day Block-Level Induction-cum-Foundation Training Programme for elected Panchayati Raj Institution (PRI) members of the Daporijo Sigin-I ZP Segment began at Singik Hall here on Monday.
The training, being held from September 28 to 30, is part of a series of block-level programmes being organised for elected PRI representatives across the 17 ZP segments of Upper Subansiri district. It aims to familiarise newly elected members with their roles, responsibilities, powers and functions and strengthen grassroots governance and participatory development.
The inaugural session included registration, a welcome address by the Member Secretary of the Daporijo Sigin-I ZP Segment, ceremonial lamp lighting, introduction of participants and an overview of the training programme.
The AD-cum-Course Director, State Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (SIRD&PR), briefed participants on the objectives and structure of the programme, while the District Panchayati Raj Officer (DPDO), Upper Subansiri, delivered the keynote address. The Deputy Commissioner, Upper Subansiri, stressed the importance of effective and responsive grassroots governance, while the Zilla Parishad Chairperson (ZPC), Upper Subansiri, delivered the inaugural address.
The training covers the Panchayati Raj system and constitutional provisions, roles and responsibilities of elected representatives, inclusive governance, participatory planning, Gram Sabha, flagship schemes and convergence, health and social security programmes, financial management, transparency and accountability, social audit, Right to Information (RTI), grievance redressal and localisation of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
A field visit to a Gram Panchayat and an evaluation session are scheduled on the concluding day to provide participants with practical exposure to grassroots-level implementation.
The programme is aimed at strengthening the institutional capacity of elected PRI representatives and equipping them with knowledge and skills for effective, transparent and people-centric local governance.
The training will conclude on September 30 with a valedictory session, evaluation and closing remarks.
