The Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR) has been awarded, the Bronze Medal under Empowering India category for Excellence in Display at the 43^rd India International Trade Fair (IITF–2024), held at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 14^th to 27^th November 2024. Dr. Bijaya Kumar Behera, Economic Adviser, MoPR received the prestigious award during the Award Presentation Ceremony organized by the India Trade Promotion Organization (ITPO) today.

The Ministry of Panchayati Raj’s Pavilion emerged as a significant attraction during the 43^rd India International Trade Fair. Themed ‘Panchayat@ViksitBharat2047’, the exhibition provided a comprehensive overview of the digital transformation underway in rural India, showcasing the nation’s transformative and determined journey towards becoming a developed country by 2047. The MoPR pavilion drew substantial visitor engagement through innovative technological displays, including interactive digital interfaces, immersive 3D models, and compelling virtual reality experiences. Visitors were particularly impressed by key technological interventions such as the Meri Panchayat App, e-GramSwaraj platform available in 22 Indian languages and the Gram Manchitra's advanced geospatial technology

 

 

Prof. S. P. Singh Baghel, Union Minister of State, Ministry of Panchayati Raj, visited the pavilion on 25^th November 2024 and also interacted with the visitors, He emphasized upon the importance of government schemes, digital applications and the need for citizens to leverage the extensive services available at Panchayat Bhawan and Common Service Centers, highlighting the convenience of accessing online citizen services.

 

Inaugurated by Shri Vivek Bharadwaj, Secretary, Ministry of Panchayati Raj, on 14^th November 2024, the exhibition demonstrated how digital solutions are empowering rural communities. Notable exhibits included the SVAMITVA Scheme showcasing modernized rural property rights, Panchayat NIRNAY ensuring governance transparency, and a Smart Panchayat model powered by solar energy with high-speed internet connectivity.

The MoPR pavilion, witnessed an impressive daily footfall count ranging between 15,000 - 20,000 approximately, successfully captured the attention of visitors, who appreciated the Ministry’s efforts as being in larger public interest. Young visitors showed particular enthusiasm in the Quiz “Quest for Panchayat”, with the selfie spot becoming a centre of attraction. Over 400 visitors won T-shirts as the prizes during the Quiz sessions at MoPR pavilion. Urban citizens expressed remarkable interest in the transformative changes taking place in rural India. The Ministry of Panchayati Raj, through IITF 2024, effectively communicated its vision of creating, technologically advanced, transparent, and accountable Panchayati Raj Institutions, marking a significant milestone in India’s rural local self-governance and rural development narrative.

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