Gangaram Block tops in Delta Ranking under Aspirational Blocks Programme across nation
Gangaram Block in Mahabubabad district has achieved top spot in the Delta ranking under the Aspirational Blocks Programme (ABP) and will receive a ₹3 crore incentive.
Located in one of the most backward areas of the State, Gangaram Block has secured the top position among 500 aspirational blocks in the latest Delta Ranking for September-December 2024 released by NITI Aayog. As part of the Aspirational Blocks Programme (ABP), Gangaram Block will receive an additional allocation of ₹3 crore to boost its development initiatives further. Other blocks that will benefit from the programme in the State include Kannaigudem block in Mulugu district, which will receive ₹2 crore; Narva block in Narayanpet district, which will receive ₹1.5 crore; and Pembi block in Nirmal district, which will receive ₹1 crore. To avail these incentives, a plan of action/project proposal must be submitted to the NITI Aayog by May 25, 2025.
Launched on January 7, 2023, the Aspirational Blocks Programme (ABP) focuses on improving governance to enhance the quality of life of citizens in the most difficult and relatively underdeveloped blocks in the country. The programme's strategy revolves around consolidating existing schemes, defining outcomes, and vigilantly monitoring progress through 40 key performance indicators (KPIs) in five sectors — health and nutrition, education, agriculture and allied sectors, infrastructure, and social development.
Mahabubabad District Collector Adwait Kumar Singh congratulated the block-level officials on their achievement, saying, 'It is a proud moment for Mahabubabad district. I have already issued clear directions for the strategic and transparent utilisation of these funds, ensuring alignment with the five key themes and performance indicators under the programme.'
ABP fellow H. Srinath added that the block would focus on achieving complete results in maternal and childcare, tuberculosis eradication, and non-communicable disease screening, improving NITI Aayog indicators for farmers, providing quality education, and leveraging the role of Anganwadi workers in identifying malnutrition among children and supporting the growth of mothers and children.
Tiriyani Block of Kumuram Bheem Asifabad district had secured the top position in the first delta rankings of ABP announced in December 2023.
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