Annual Plan 2025-26
Arpookara Grama Panchayat – Plan Expenditure Report 2025–26 (Executive Summary)
Introduction
During the financial year 2025–26, Arpookara Grama Panchayat implemented a wide range of development, welfare, infrastructure, agriculture, health, and social security projects. The Plan Expenditure Report highlights the allocation and utilization of funds across various sectors with the objective of improving the quality of life of residents and strengthening local governance.
1. Agriculture Sector
The Panchayat prioritized agricultural development through initiatives such as paddy cultivation expansion, distribution of paddy seeds, promotion of vegetable farming, and support for the functioning of the Krishi Bhavan. Significant expenditure was incurred to enhance agricultural productivity and encourage sustainable farming practices.
2. Animal Husbandry Sector
Various livestock development programmes were implemented, including cattle distribution, dairy development initiatives, poultry distribution, veterinary hospital services, and procurement of medicines. These projects contributed to improving rural livelihoods and increasing milk and livestock production.
3. Health Sector
Funds were utilized for palliative care services, communicable disease prevention, lifestyle disease control programmes, modernization of health institutions, and wellness centre development. These initiatives strengthened healthcare delivery and improved access to quality health services.
4. Housing and Social Welfare
The largest share of plan expenditure was allocated to housing and welfare programmes. Major initiatives included Life Mission housing projects, house renovation assistance, housing support for Scheduled Caste families, sanitation facilities, and drinking water connection subsidies. These programmes significantly enhanced living conditions for vulnerable households.
5. Women and Child Development
The Panchayat implemented several welfare programmes focusing on children, women, elderly citizens, and persons with disabilities. Key initiatives included Anganwadi nutrition programmes, infrastructure development in Anganwadis, assistive devices for differently-abled persons, senior citizens’ clubs, and women empowerment activities.
6. Administration and Infrastructure Development
Investments were made in streetlight maintenance, computerization of Panchayat offices, ISO certification activities, e-governance systems, and information technology infrastructure. These measures improved administrative efficiency and public service delivery.
7. Sanitation and Waste Management
The Panchayat strengthened waste management systems through sanitation programmes, green initiatives, public waste collection facilities, and cleanliness campaigns. These activities contributed to improving environmental sustainability and public hygiene.
Major Achievements
- Highest fund allocation was made to Life Mission housing projects.
- Special emphasis was given to paddy cultivation development and agricultural productivity.
- Health programmes, particularly palliative care services, were effectively implemented.
- Strong support was provided for Anganwadi services, nutrition programmes, and disability welfare schemes.
- Sanitation and waste management initiatives were significantly strengthened.
- Digital governance and citizen service delivery systems were improved through technology-based interventions.
Conclusion
The 2025–26 Plan Expenditure Report demonstrates that Arpookara Grama Panchayat prioritized housing, agriculture, healthcare, women and child welfare, sanitation, and social security. The implementation of these projects reflects the Panchayat’s commitment to improving living standards, strengthening basic infrastructure, promoting inclusive development, and ensuring social welfare for all sections of the community.