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Digital Empowerment of Panchayati Raj Institutions

Official Press

25 Mar 2026

The Ministry of Panchayati Raj, through the e-Panchayat Mission Mode Project, aims to improve the transparency and efficiency of Panchayati Raj Institutions by implementing the eGramSwaraj portal as a part of the Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan. This portal enhances rural governance by facilitating digital planning and real-time payments. Additionally, several applications like Meri Panchayat and Panchayat Nirnay promote citizen engagement and transparency in local self-governance.

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