BOLENG, NOV 2:

An orientation programme on the Gram Panchayat Development Plan (GPDP), basic grants under 10 per cent of the State’s Own Revenue (SOR) and convergence of various funding sources was held at the Deputy Commissioner’s Conference Hall here on Monday.

The programme was chaired by Boleng Block Member Secretary (Panchayati Raj) Niyang Pertin, APCS, and attended by Boleng Block BMM Yanga Kodak, Gram Panchayat Chairpersons (GPCs) and Gram Panchayat Members (GPMs).

The programme focused on sensitising Panchayati Raj Institution (PRI) representatives on participatory planning, effective utilisation of available funds and convergence of Finance Commission grants, SOR allocations and other departmental schemes to strengthen Panchayats and promote financial self-reliance.

The importance of the Village Poverty Reduction Plan (VPRP) was also highlighted, with emphasis on integrating its priorities into the GPDP to ensure that the needs of Self-Help Groups (SHGs), women and vulnerable households are reflected in Panchayat-level development plans.

The programme further stressed the need for close coordination between PRIs and the Arunachal State Rural Livelihoods Mission (ArSRLM) to promote inclusive development, livelihood generation and sustainable growth at the village level.