Empowering Women PRIs Leaders: Sashakt Panchayat-Netri Abhiyan & Model Women-Friendly Gram Panchayats

The Ministry of Panchayati Raj has launched two key initiatives — Sashakt Panchayat-Netri Abhiyan and Model Women-Friendly Gram Panchayats (MWFGP) — to promote gender-sensitive governance and empower Women Elected Representatives (WERs) in Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs).

Key Highlights

Sashakt Panchayat-Netri Abhiyan

  • A nationwide capacity-building initiative for Women Elected Representatives (WERs) of PRIs.
  • Objective: Strengthen leadership skills, decision-making abilities, and active participation in rural governance.
  • Focuses on eliminating the “Mukhiya Pati” or “Sarpanch Pati” culture, ensuring that WERs exercise their authority independently.

Model Women-Friendly Gram Panchayat (MWFGP)

  • Aims to establish at least one Model Women-Friendly Gram Panchayat in each district.
  • Focus on gender-sensitive and girl-friendly governance practices.

Law Addressing Gender-Based Violence Primer

  • A comprehensive guide on laws addressing gender-based violence and harmful practices for panchayat representatives.

Current Status of Women Participation in PRIs

  • Over 1.4 million women elected in PRIs.
  • States like Bihar have achieved 50% representation, surpassing the 33% reservation quota.
Summary/Static Details
Why in the news? Empowering Women PRIs Leaders: Sashakt Panchayat-Netri Abhiyan & Model Women-Friendly Gram Panchayats
Sashakt Panchayat-Netri Abhiyan Capacity building for Women Elected Representatives (WERs) to enhance leadership, decision-making, and active participation in PRIs. Focus on eliminating the “Mukhiya Pati” culture.
Model Women-Friendly Gram Panchayat (MWFGP) Establishing at least one Model Women-Friendly Gram Panchayat in each district to promote gender-sensitive and girl-friendly governance.
Law Primer on Gender-Based Violence A comprehensive guide for panchayat representatives to address gender-based violence and harmful practices.
Current Status of Women in PRIs Over 1.4 million women elected in PRIs, with Bihar achieving 50% representation, surpassing the 33% reservation quota.
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