Gramasabha

 

Grama Sabha / Ward Sabha: Key Things to Know

  • The Grama Sabha and Ward Sabha are vital platforms that ensure direct public participation in the development of a grama panchayat or municipality. As the foundation of local self-government, here are the essential details about these assemblies:

  • Who are the Members?

  • Grama Sabha: All individuals whose names are included in the electoral roll of a village falling within the geographical area of a grama panchayat are members of that Grama Sabha.
  • Ward Sabha: All voters of a specific ward are members of that ward's Ward Sabha.

  • Leadership and Responsibilities

  • Convenor: Ward members and ward councillors act as convenors of the Grama Sabhas and Ward Sabhas, respectively. The responsibility of convening the meetings also lies with them.
  • Chairperson: The President of the grama panchayat presides over the Grama Sabha, and the Municipal Chairperson presides over the Ward Sabha.
  • Coordinator: An officer appointed by the grama panchayat/municipality acts as the coordinator and assists the convenor.

  • Meetings and Quorum

  • Quorum: The quorum for the meeting is 10% of the total voters. If a meeting is postponed due to a lack of quorum and reconvened, the quorum shall be a minimum of 50 members.
  • Special Meeting: If 10% of the voters in a ward submit a written requisition, a special Grama Sabha/Ward Sabha must be convened within 15 days.
  • Questions and Resolutions: Members can submit questions and suggestions in writing either before or during the meeting. Resolutions can be passed by a majority vote on subjects within the jurisdiction of the assembly.

  • Key Powers and Responsibilities

  • 🏗️ Project Planning and Implementation
  • Collect information required for development projects.
  • Prepare project proposals and determine priorities.
  • Provide voluntary service and financial assistance.
  • 💧 Public Utility Projects
  • Suggest locations for installing streetlights.
  • Identify locations for public water supply taps and wells.
  • Formulate suggestions for sanitation and irrigation projects.
  • 🛠️ Public Works
  • Know the estimate details of works.
  • Assist and monitor beneficiary committees.
  • Gather details of upcoming works to be implemented.