Project PRAAN

Panchayat Reform for Achieving AtmaNirbharta

Rural Development

Apr 24, 2025

Project Description

Project PRAAN (Panchayat Reform for Achieving AtmaNirbharta) is a flagship rural governance initiative of the District Administration, Pakur, designed to transform Panchayat Bhawans into vibrant, citizen-centric centres of service delivery. Anchored in LSDGs, GPDP priorities and major national missions such as SBM-G, JJM, RGSA and Mission Antyodaya, PRAAN integrates infrastructure renewal, institutional strengthening, behavioural change and digital governance. Through its innovative multi-Kaksh system, structured hygiene and water facilities, accessible infrastructure and data-driven monitoring, the project creates clean, inclusive and functional Panchayat spaces that enhance governance efficiency and improve quality of life across rural communities.

Vision

To build self-reliant, inclusive and citizen-centric Panchayats that function as the epicentre of last-mile delivery, ensure equitable access to essential services and promote sustainable rural development through robust governance systems, empowered communities and integrated infrastructure.

Mission

To institutionalise a holistic Panchayat reform model that blends infrastructure transformation, digital integration, community participation and behavioural change. PRAAN aims to create hygienic, accessible, technology-enabled and socially responsive Panchayat spaces that strengthen service delivery, support vulnerable groups and enable evidence-based decision-making for long-term rural resilience.

Project Objectives

To convert Panchayat Bhawans into functional, citizen-friendly service delivery and community engagement hubs.
To establish thematic Kaksh addressing women’s dignity, sanitation, livelihood, recreation and community meetings.
To ensure universal access to hygiene, safe drinking water, hand-wash units, accessible toilets and waste management.
To strengthen Panchayat-level governance through the Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) for data-driven planning.
To promote behavioural change, transparency, inclusiveness and community ownership in rural governance.
To enhance digital access for citizens and frontline workers through mobile-based monitoring and digital service platforms.

Key Achievements

Three Panchayats from Pakur ranked among Jharkhand’s Top 25 under PAI 1.0

Three Panchayats from Pakur ranked among Jharkhand’s Top 25 under PAI 1.0, reflecting significant improvements in governance, transparency and service delivery.
Multi-Kaksh system established across Panchayats

Multi-Kaksh system established across Panchayats, including Mayya Kaksh, Urja Kaksh, SHG Kaksh and Swachchta Kaksh, enhancing women’s dignity, community participation and sanitation awareness.
Universal hygiene and water facilities

Universal hygiene and water facilities installed—hand-wash units, RO drinking water, waste-segregation bins and incinerators—creating clean and functional Panchayat environments.
Accessible toilets operationalised

Accessible toilets operationalised, ensuring dignity and safe access for elderly, differently-abled and vulnerable groups.
Structured tanker-based water supply mechanism

Structured tanker-based water supply mechanism implemented to address water scarcity in rural areas.
Strong digital integration

Strong digital integration through Meri Panchayat App and Panchayat Mitr App for monitoring, grievance redressal and service tracking.
Community engagement strengthened

Community engagement strengthened with SHG-led management, Jal Sahiya mobilisation and participatory campaigns across villages.

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