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Finance Commission Bolsters Andhra Pradesh's Panchayati Raj Bodies With Robust Funding

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The Ministry of Panchayati Raj outlines substantial financial outlays and initiatives under the 15th Finance Commission and other schemes, aimed at empowering Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) across Andhra Pradesh. Over the past three years, significant allocations have been made under the Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA) and the Incentivisation of Panchayats (IoP) schemes. However, unspent funds and a lack of documentation have caused delays in release. Key initiatives include infrastructure development, digitalization through the Mission Mode Project on e-Panchayats, and the SVAMITVA scheme for property rights. Andhra Pradesh has witnessed numerous infrastructural projects, training programs for capacity building, and the development of digital tools to optimize governance.

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APEDA Launches First Sea Shipment of Botanical-Infused Millet Foods to New Zealand

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link