Current Context : At the 28th National Conference on e-Governance held on 22 September 2025 in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, several Gram Panchayats were honoured with the National e-Governance Awards 2025 for their digital innovations in citizen services. The awards were presented by Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of State in the PMO.

 ABOUT THE AWARDS

• Theme : “Viksit Bharat: Civil Service and Digital Transformation”.
• Process : Over 45 lakh entries were evaluated in a multi-tier selection process.
• Award Benefits : Gold Award winners received ₹10 lakh, while Silver Award winners received ₹5 lakh, along with trophy and certificate.

 

AWARD-WINNING GRAM PANCHAYATS

Gold Award: Rohini Gram Panchayat, Maharashtra

• First fully paperless Gram Panchayat in Maharashtra.
• Offers 1,027 online services such as certificates and welfare schemes.
• Achieved 100% household digital literacy.
• Runs real-time grievance redressal and bulk SMS outreach.

Silver Award: West Majlishpur Gram Panchayat, Tripura

• Developed as a Citizen Charter-driven Panchayat.
• Provides digital services for registrations, job cards, licenses, and property records.
• Ensures timely service delivery through digital tracking.

Jury Award: Palsana Gram Panchayat, Gujarat

• Integrated Digital Gujarat and Gram Suvidha
• Enabled QR/UPI property tax payments.
• Provides services to over 10,000 citizens annually.

Jury Award: Suakati Gram Panchayat, Odisha

• Uses Odisha One and Seva Odisha platforms for 24/7 services.
• Promotes women’s leadership in governance.
• Ensures inclusive and transparent service delivery.