Active participation of Panch-Sarpanchs essential in rural development - Forest Minister Shri Kedar Kashyap

Rural development requires active participation of Panch-Sarpanchs - Forest Minister Shri Kedar Kashyap Service Commitment Campaign District-level Panch-Sarpanch training in Narayanpur, emphasis on effective implementation of schemes Raipur, on the final day of the Service Commitment Campaign, a district-level Panch-Sarpanch training and orientation program was organised in Narayanpur, emphasizing effective implementation of rural development schemes and increasing public participation. Addressing the program, Forest Minister Shri Kedar Kashyap said that Panch-Sarpanchs play a crucial role in delivering the benefits of village development and governance schemes to the ultimate beneficiary. Representatives should understand the needs of villagers, set development priorities, and ensure their active participation in scheme implementation. Public trust and public participation are essential for better results of rural development schemes At the program held in the Narayanpur cinema auditorium, Forest Minister Shri Kashyap appealed to Panchayat representatives to play an active role for the success of the Vikasit Bharat Ji Ram Ji scheme. He said Panch-Sarpanchs should go to villages and inform people about the objectives and benefits of the schemes. To ensure benefits reach eligible beneficiaries, coordinate with the administration. He said that only with public trust and participation will the rural development schemes yield better results. Ensure regular monitoring of quality and progress of Panchayat representatives' construction works Mr. Kashyap stated that approved construction works in Panchayats should be completed within the stipulated time based on priority. He emphasized timely completion of public-use works such as school buildings, Anganwadi centers, hostels, community halls, girls' toilets, free medical centers, roads, bridges, and maternity homes, and urged Panchayat representatives to regularly monitor the quality and progress of construction works so that villagers can receive better facilities soon. Emphasis on promoting livelihood activities based on local resources The Forest Minister also emphasized promoting livelihood activities based on local resources to increase the income of rural families. He directed preparation of action plans for fish farming and duck rearing according to regional potentials and to link eligible beneficiaries with these activities. The program was attended by Shri Rupsay Salam, President of Chhattisgarh State Small Forest Produce Federation, District Panchayat President Shri Narayan Markam, Municipal Chairman Shri Indra Prasad Baghel, Collector Mrs. Namrata Jain, District Panchayat Chief Executive Officer Shri Chitrakant Chali Thakur along with Panchayat representatives and concerned officials.