What happened: RGSA revamp launched for Panchayat capacity building
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj is implementing a Centrally Sponsored Scheme called Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA) with effect from financial year 2022-23. The scheme’s objective is to support Panchayati Raj institutions by providing training to elected representatives and other stakeholders so that Gram Panchayats can function effectively across all States/Union Territories (UTs).
Under the RGSA framework, capacity-building support is planned for different categories of participants, including:
Training support under RGSA includes:
• Basic orientation/refresher programmes for participants • Thematic interventions • Specialized training • Panchayat Development Plan-related programmes
Background and earlier position: Panchayat capacity as a State responsibility
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