In a first-of-its-kind initiative aimed at strengthening grassroots democracy, the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT-K) will soon begin training Panchayat members across Uttar Pradesh in the areas of finance, digital governance, and public administration. This collaborative programme with the Uttar Pradesh government seeks to empower rural leaders with modern tools and knowledge to drive efficient and transparent governance at the village level.

The training modules, curated by IIT-K’s expert faculty, will cover a wide range of subjects including financial planning, budget management, digital record-keeping, service delivery mechanisms, e-governance platforms, and sustainable rural development practices. The programme is designed to address the growing need for data-backed decision-making and improved fund utilization in village Panchayats.

Workshops and interactive sessions will be conducted both online and in person. The initiative will benefit Gram Pradhans, Panchayat secretaries, and other elected and administrative officials in rural governance structures.

The training is expected to have long-term impacts on the efficiency of rural planning and implementation of government schemes. By bridging the gap between policy knowledge and on-ground execution, the programme also aims to foster transparency and public trust in local institutions.

With this initiative, Uttar Pradesh is setting a precedent by integrating premier academic resources into rural governance, marking a step toward self-reliant and future-ready Panchayati Raj Institutions.

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