Odisha CM Approves ₹56.55 Crore Honorarium for Sarpanches and Naib Sarpanches
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has approved the release of ₹56.55 crore towards the payment of honorariums for serving Sarpanches and Naib Sarpanches across the state.
The decision is aimed at strengthening grassroots governance and supporting elected representatives who play a vital role in rural administration and development.
According to official sources, the sanctioned amount of ₹56,55,72,000 will cover six months of honorarium payments for Panchayati Raj representatives.
Under the approved structure, Sarpanches will receive a monthly honorarium of ₹10,000, while Naib Sarpanches will receive ₹4,000 per month.
The financial assistance reflects the state’s commitment to empowering local self-government institutions and ensuring effective implementation of development programmes at the village level.
Sarpanches and Naib Sarpanches serve as key links between the government and rural communities, overseeing welfare schemes, civic services, and local development initiatives.
The government’s decision is expected to provide financial support to thousands of elected grassroots representatives and further strengthen the Panchayati Raj system in Odisha.
Officials said the move underscores the administration’s focus on rural development and decentralised governance.
With the latest approval, the state government has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering local governance institutions and enhancing the effectiveness of service delivery in rural areas.
