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Time of India
7 hours ago
- General
- Time of India
Mandya dist made remarkable progress in creating inclusive rural governance: ZP CEO
Mandya: Mandya district made remarkable progress in creating inclusive and participatory rural governance by successfully organising Children's Gram Sabhas and Women's Gram Sabhas, securing first and seventh place in the state rankings respectively, said KR Nandini, chief executive officer, zilla panchayat. Nandini said, "Under the district's summer camp initiative, 216 gram panchayats conducted Children's Grama Sabhas, achieving 90% coverage, placing Mandya at the top in the state. The sabhas included interactive activities aimed at raising awareness among children on civic engagement and local governance. An impressive 17,500 children registered and benefited from the initiative, which was recognised as a significant milestone in the district's child-focused development efforts. " Of the 233 gram panchayats in the district, 212 conducted Women's Grama Sabhas, reaching 92% implementation. As part of the Women-Friendly Gram Panchayat Campaign, held from March 8 to June 30, 2025, these meetings aimed at encouraging women's empowerment and boosting their active participation in local governance. CEO Nandini attributed the success of these initiatives to the collaborative efforts of gram panchayat presidents, vice-presidents, elected representatives, panchayat development officers, and support staff. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Memperdagangkan CFD Emas dengan salah satu spread terendah? IC Markets Mendaftar Undo Innovative celebrations On National Panchayat Raj Day, all 233 gram panchayats across Mandya celebrated the occasion with unique and creative events to enhance community involvement in local governance. These celebrations emphasised transparency, inclusion, and the importance of grassroots democratic participation. In an inspiring feat, Annuru gram panchayat of Maddur taluk earned a place in the India Book of Records for organising a large-scale rangoli drawing event to promote women's participation in governance. As part of the celebration, 1,418 out of 1,544 households in the village created rangolis using natural colours on the same day, symbolising unity, creativity, and empowerment. Nandini commended the elected representatives and staff of Annuru panchayat for their outstanding work, calling it a benchmark for other panchayats in the district. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Panchayat officials must improve efficiency: ZP CEO
Mandya: Taluk panchayat executive officers and panchayat development officers (PDOs) must perform their duties with efficiency, discipline, and integrity—earning recognition while avoiding public complaints, said zilla panchayat chief executive officer KR Nandini. Addressing a grievance redressal meeting for PDOs at Ambedkar Bhavan, Nandini emphasised the importance of self-satisfaction in public service and noted that several PDOs in the district were recognised for their exemplary work. To further encourage performance, she announced that PDOs' health will be assessed every six months, and those demonstrating exceptional work will receive awards in the presence of their families. 17,500 register for summer camp Citing the successful registration of 17,500 children for summer camps organised across all gram panchayats in the district, Nandini attributed the achievement to effective coordination between taluk panchayat executive officers and PDOs. She underscored the need for continued teamwork to serve the public efficiently. PDOs and panchayat staff were encouraged to openly share administrative concerns. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Nandini directed that taluk panchayat executive officers should conduct monthly two-to-three-hour meetings with PDOs to listen to and resolve issues. She clarified the grievance escalation protocol: unresolved complaints at the taluk level should be forwarded to the district authorities. Additionally, PDO association office bearers have been tasked with organising regular meetings at both taluk and district levels. Nodal officers assigned to each taluk will be available every Monday and Thursday from 3 to 4pm at the district headquarters to hear public grievances. The IAS officer raised serious concerns over violations of Karnataka Transparency in Public Procurements (KTPP) rules in gram panchayats. She instructed PDOs to strictly follow the 60:40 ratio policy in planning and ensure that financial transactions during general meetings adhere to the financial code and KTPP norms. Prashanth Babu, president of Mandya district unit of the Karnataka State Panchayat Development Officers' Welfare Association (R), Bengaluru, commended the district CEO for initiating a platform to address PDOs' challenges. He mentioned delayed salary payments across taluks.
Time of India
05-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
Mandya DC urges students to plant trees
Mandya: Air, light, and water are essential for human life. It is the responsibility of all of us to protect the environment around us, said deputy commissioner Kumara on Thursday. As part of World Environment Day , he inaugurated a tree-planting programme organised on the premises of the Government Stone Building College. "Nature gave humans a living paradise. As responsible citizens, we must preserve the environment," he said. He urged students to take up the task of planting and nurturing trees. He proposed launching a movement to celebrate birthdays by planting 10 to 15 saplings in front of one's home. "In the modern age, the younger generation often shows indifference towards the importance of environmental protection. There is a need to raise awareness among school and college students about the importance of the environment," he opined. He called upon everyone to take steps to prevent water, air, and noise pollution in order to create a better environment for future generations. Zilla panchayat chief executive officer KR Nandini, superintendent of police Mallikarjun Baladandi, district senior civil judge and secretary of the Legal Services Authority Anand participated in the tree-planting programme. 9-yr-old felicitated Later, they honoured Syed Sarfaraz Ahmad, a 9-year-old from Mandya who brought pride to the district by winning a gold medal in the 7th International Thai Martial Arts Games Kickboxing held in Thailand recently.
New Indian Express
12-05-2025
- New Indian Express
Operation Abhyasa simulates bomb blast, boat attack, fire outbreak at KRS dam
MYSURU: Tourists who had gathered to enjoy the serene beauty of Brindavan Gardens at the KRS dam were left stunned on Sunday as loud sirens, smoke and scenes of chaos unfolded around them. Many were unsure whether they were witnessing a real-life terror attack or a film shoot — only to later realise that it was a high-intensity mock drill conducted by the Mandya district administration as per the Home Ministry's directions. The drill -- Operation Abhyasa -- was aimed at testing the preparedness and coordination of various departments in case of a potential terrorist attack. The exercise, which unfolded in three phases, involved police, fire personnel, health officials, NCC cadets and representatives from several other departments. The first scenario simulated a drowning incident during an attack at the boating point of Brindavan Gardens. As soon as the 'accident' was reported to the control room, alerts were sent out to various departments. Fire and rescue teams rushed in with boats and life-saving equipment, rescuing the 'victims' from the water. Police personnel ensured the crowd was controlled and ambulances had free access. Medical teams, including doctors and nurses, were quick to administer first aid on-site and shifted the severely injured to nearby hospitals. The second phase depicted a major fire breakout at the police guest house next to Hotel Mayura Cauvery run by KSTDC. The final drill was centered around a bomb blast scenario inside the garden. In the final phase, a 10 minute black-out was observed. Deputy Commissioner Dr Kumara, Zilla Panchayat CEO KR Nandini, and SP Mallikarjuna Baladandi were present to oversee the operations.
