Mandya district sets benchmark in successful implementation of Children's Gram Sabhas
Mandya district has set a benchmark in inclusive rural governance by successfully implementing Children's Gram Sabhas and Women's Gram Sabhas.
The district secured first place in the State for organising Children's Gram Sabhas and seventh place for Women's Gram Sabhas.
This recognition highlights Mandya's efforts to empower women and children at the village level, said Zilla Panchayat CEO Nandini K.R. on Thursday.
As part of a summer camp initiative, 216 out of 233 Gram Panchayats (GPs) conducted Children's Gram Sabhas, involving more than 17,500 children in awareness-building activities focused on rights, responsibilities, and community involvement.
Similarly, 212 GPs organised Women's Gram Sabhas since March, achieving a 92% implementation rate. These forums encouraged women's participation in local governance and development planning.
On April 24, all 233 GPs celebrated National Panchayati Raj Day, hosting events to strengthen public engagement in rural governance.
A standout initiative came from Annooru GP in Maddur taluk, which entered the India Book of Records by organising a large-scale rangoli event on Panchayati Raj Day. The event, themed around women's empowerment, saw the participation from nearly all 1,544 households in the village, drawing 1,418 rangolis using natural colours.
Ms. Nandini praised the effort as a 'model of best practices' in community participation, adding that several other GPs in the district are now adopting similar approaches.
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