Rajiv Ranjan Singh Urges States To Focus On Own Source Revenue Mobilisation

New Delhi: Union Minister for Panchayati Raj, Rajiv Ranjan Singh, has described the unprecedented increase in financial devolution to Rural Local Bodies recommended by the 16th Finance Commission as an opportunity to strengthen grassroots democracy across the country. Speaking to reporters on Friday, Singh said the enhanced allocation, compared with the recommendations of previous Finance Commissions, marks a significant step towards empowering Panchayati Raj Institutions and promoting inclusive rural development. Singh assured the States that...