- On the occasion of National Panchayati Raj Day, the 14th Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi has launched the e-Gramswaraj Portal and Swamitva scheme to prepare and plan Gram Panchayat Development Plans.
- e-Gramswaraj Portal,
The above portal will ensure real-time monitoring and accountability. And, it is a major step towards digitization down to the Gram Panchayat level.
- Swamitva Scheme,
Besides, the PM Modi also launched the Swamitva scheme in 6 states to map rural inhabited lands using drones and the latest survey methods. And, this scheme will ensure streamlined planning, revenue collection, and provide clarity over property rights in rural areas.
- Objective,
This will open up avenues for applying for loans from financial institutions by the owners. Disputes related to the property would also be settled through the title deeds allotted through this scheme.
Published On : 25 Apr 2020
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