Pawan Kalyan's Department Shines: AP Panchayat Raj Wins 5 National Awards

• Andhra Pradesh's Panchayat Raj department, led by Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan, secured five national awards.
• The awards were given by the Union Ministry of Rural Development and Panchayat Raj for outstanding performance in rural development and strengthening local bodies.
• AP ranked first nationally in Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan and Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari, and secured positions in other categories.
• Several Gram Panchayats received special recognition, including Bokkasampalem for women-friendly environment and Sringavaram for good governance.
• Kuppam mandal was recognized as the third best nationwide, and the state excelled in the Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari program.