National Panchayati Raj Day 2022 observed on 24th April
Highlights:
- National Panchayati Raj Day is a national holiday in India that honours the Panchayati Raj system.
- Every year on April 24th, it is commemorated.
- The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, which was passed in 1992, is also commemorated on this day.
- The Panchayati Raj system, which is one of the country’s oldest governing organisations, governs about 6 lakh communities in India.
- The day was initially observed in April 2010 to commemorate the decentralisation of power, which is considered one of India’s most significant milestones.
- As Panchayati Raj Diwas 2022 approaches, we bring you additional information about the event’s history, significance, and topic.
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