Tag: MGNREGA

A seven-state delegation visited Rajnandgaon to review MGNREGA initiatives, including water conservation, plantation, and waste management projects. Officials praised the local innovations as models for sustainable rural development and encouraged their adoption across India.

Principal Secretary Panchayat and Rural Development Smt. Niharika Barik Singh reviewed sanitation and water conservation initiatives in Rajnandgaon, praising the district’s efforts under Swachh Bharat Mission (Rural). She also planted a sapling under the “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” campaign during her inspection visit.

Collector Tulika Prajapati, during her visit to Rengakthera village under the Adhi Karmyogi Campaign, emphasized collective participation in creating a Gram Vision for rural development. She highlighted cleanliness drives, caste certificate issuance for Anganwadi children, and livelihood opportunities for youth as key focus areas.

Rajnandgaon district has launched a digital transparency drive under MGNREGA, introducing QR codes at gram panchayat offices. Villagers can now scan codes on their phones to instantly access details of sanctioned works, progress, expenditure, and worker participation from the last three years.

Rajnandgaon Collector Dr. Sarvesh N. Bhure conducted a detailed inspection of several remote villages and the Dhara Reservoir in Dongargarh block to evaluate progress under major government schemes. His field visit emphasized the need for timely execution, community participation, and sustainable development to uplift rural areas.

With an overwhelming response from citizens, the “Sushasan Tihar 2025” initiative in Rajnandgaon district has seen a surge of public participation. Over 56,988 applications have been submitted so far, covering demands related to pensions, housing, electricity, job cards, and more. The initiative aims to resolve public grievances through direct engagement and efficient governance.