Keonjhar’s Suakati Gram Panchayat Shines at National e-Governance Awards for Innovative Digital Services

Keonjhar, India — Suakati Gram Panchayat has achieved the Jury Award in the newly created category for “Grassroots-level Initiatives in Gram Panchayats for Deepening Service Delivery” at this year’s National Awards for e-Governance, showcasing the impact of digital innovation in local governance. This recognition underscores the Panchayat’s commitment to improving public services and governance through technology. The award ceremony took place during the 28th National Conference on e-Governance in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated the conference, with awards presented by Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State for the … Read more

Suakati Panchayat Shines Bright with Jury Award for Pioneering E-Governance Solutions

Suakati, India — The Suakati gram panchayat in the Keonjhar district has garnered recognition for its groundbreaking efforts in e-governance, clinching a prestigious jury award that underscores its innovative approach to local administration. This accolade highlights the panchayat’s adept use of technology to enhance transparency and efficiency within its governance framework. Officials reported that the implementation of digital tools has significantly streamlined services and improved citizen engagement. The award is part of a larger initiative aimed at promoting best practices in local governance across the country. It serves to inspire other panchayats to adopt similar … Read more

Empowering Local Governance: Odisha’s Suakati Gram Panchayat Shines at National e-Governance Awards 2025

Keonjhar, Odisha — In an effort to promote digital innovation at the grassroots level, India’s Ministry of Panchayati Raj and the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances have unveiled a new category under the National Awards for e-Governance (NAeG) 2025. This initiative aims to recognize outstanding digital efforts by Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) throughout the country. The Suakati Gram Panchayat from Keonjhar district has earned the Jury Award in this new category, which is aimed at celebrating the vital contributions of Gram Panchayats in enhancing service delivery. The award, titled “Grassroots Level Initiatives for … Read more

Odisha’s Suakati Panchayat Shines at National e-Governance Awards, Paving the Way for Digital Innovation in Rural Governance

Bhubaneswar, India — Suakati gram panchayat in the Banspal block of Odisha’s Keonjhar district has earned a prestigious Jury Award at the 22nd National Awards for e-Governance (NAeG) 2025. This recognition places it among the select few local bodies in the nation honored for their innovative use of technology in improving public service delivery. Designated as one of only three gram panchayats nationwide to receive recognition in this newly introduced category, Suakati’s achievement highlights the effectiveness of grassroots initiatives that leverage technological advancements. The other two local bodies recognized with similar honors include Palsana gram … Read more