Description
Gram Swaraj. It was the dream of Mahatma Gandhi. As per Gandhi’s vision, every village should be self-sufficient. Today, on the occasion of the Platinum Jubilee of India’s Independence, we are dreaming of `Atma- Nirbhar Bharat’. That means a self-sufficient India. What has to be done to India become self-reliant or self-sufficient? Gandhiji’s dream has to be realized. That means every village should become `self-sufficient’. To achieve that in the 21st century, we have to use the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals called by the United Nations, and Frontier Technologies as a crutch. Our gram panchayats will become self-sufficient i.e., `self-reliant’ gram panchayats when we strive to achieve the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals using frontier technologies. Then India will also become `self-sufficient’. Then, what are the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals? How to achieve them? Which Technologies could be used for it? This rare book ‘21st Century Self-reliant Gram Panchayat…’ explains with illustrations based on practical experience of pilot projects using various Frontier Technologies and it explains how Gram Panchayats could use such technologies. It is useful not only to the elected representatives but also to Gram Panchayat officers, staff, and ordinary people.
Magnus –
I like the logo but not the color.
Maria –
Three letters, one word: WOO!
sampoornaswaraj –
Arun Maira – Former Planning Commission Member feedback after reading “Rebooting Democracy in Gram Panchayat” an English book one of our publications.
“I have had the opportunity to read your book, and I must commend the effort you’ve invested in it. It serves as a valuable compilation of effective procedures aimed at enhancing the efficiency of panchayat’s service delivery through the judicious use of technology. This approach is undeniably necessary, and your book can undoubtedly contribute significantly in this regard.
However, I would like to bring up a critical aspect of panchayat functioning: its role in democracy. Panchayats are not solely vehicles for delivering services to citizens; they represent the first level of democratic participation for local communities. They should serve as forums for frequent and democratic discussions on various issues affecting their localities and societies. While your book addresses the efficiency aspect admirably, it appears to give relatively less attention to this fundamental element of democracy.
I extend my best wishes to you and your endeavors”.
Arun Maira