Local Governance

Strengthening Local Governance through Data: Highlights from the 29th CoCSSO Conference

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) held the 29th Conference of Central and State Statistical Organizations (CoCSSO) on September 25-26, 2025, in Chandigarh, focusing on 'Strengthening Local Level Governance'. Key speakers emphasized the importance of reliable data for effective governance, with discussions on various initiatives and

CoCSSO

29th Conference of Central and State Statistical Organizations to Focus on Local Governance

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) is set to host the 29th Conference of Central and State Statistical Organizations (CoCSSO) on September 25-26, 2025, in Chandigarh. The conference will emphasize 'Strengthening Local Level Governance' and aims to enhance collaboration between central and state statistical agencies. Key

SabhaSaar

Launch of AI Tool 'SabhaSaar' for Panchayati Raj

The Ministry of Panchayati Raj is launching 'SabhaSaar', an AI-powered tool designed to automatically generate structured Minutes of Meeting from audio and video recordings of Gram Sabha meetings. The tool utilizes advanced AI and Natural Language Processing technologies, supports 13 Indian languages, and aims to enhance efficiency in

Independence Day

Panchayat Leaders to Celebrate Independence Day in New Delhi

The Ministry of Panchayati Raj will host 210 Panchayat representatives from 28 States and Union Territories as Special Guests during the Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort in New Delhi on August 15th. A formal felicitation program will take place on August 14th, featuring the launch of the AI-powered

women empowerment

Government Promotes Women's Participation in Governance

The Government of India is enhancing women's participation in local governance and political leadership through various initiatives. The percentage of women contesting elections has risen from 3% in 1957 to 10% in 2024. Landmark legislation, the 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam', reserves one-third of seats for women

PESA

Establishment of Centre of Excellence on PESA at IGNTU

The Ministry of Panchayati Raj, in collaboration with the Government of Madhya Pradesh and IGNTU, has established a Centre of Excellence on PESA to enhance local self-governance in tribal areas. The initiative aims to strengthen the implementation of the Panchayats (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996, through research, capacity