Madhubani (Bihar) [India], April 24: In the context of the National Panchayati Raj Day celebrations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Madhubani, Bihar, during which he awarded the prestigious National Panchayat Awards.
PM @narendramodi presents National Panchayat Awards, recognizing and incentivizing best-performing Panchayats on the occasion of #PanchayatiRajDay in Madhubani, Bihar. pic.twitter.com/dYigalS0tY
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The awards play a vital role in recognising and celebrating the dedication and hard work of Panchayats that have reached remarkable milestones in governance, development, and public service. These awards don’t just acknowledge outstanding efforts; they also inspire even greater achievements within India’s local governance system.
PM @narendramodi in Madhubani, Bihar:
PM and other leaders observe a moment of silence for victims of the #PahalgamTerroristAttack.#NPRD2025 #EmpoweredPanchayats #NationalPanchayatiRajDay @mopr_goi @MIB_India @PIB_India pic.twitter.com/Wqf1R5T9Fv
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At the ceremony, PM Modi and other leaders stood together in a heartfelt moment of silence to honor the victims of the recent Pahalgam Terrorist Attack. This collective gesture beautifully underscored the importance of unity and strength during challenging times.
The identification of high-performance Panchayats exemplifies the government’s persistent focus on cultivating local leadership and advancing rural empowerment. The Panchayat system constitutes a vital element of India’s decentralized governance framework, facilitating participation by citizens at the grassroots level in decision-making processes.
The occasion inaugurated new programs to extend Panchayat contributions nationally. By honoring these leaders, the government highlights the discipline, concentration, sharpness, and consistency needed for progress. The day reminds everyone of the coordination between local governance and national development.
