New Delhi: Taking a decisive step towards its vision of ‘Rangla Punjab’, the Mann Government has announced the construction of 500 modern Panchayat Ghars and Common Service Centers (CSCs) across villages at a cost of ₹125 crore. The initiative aims to empower rural Punjab with better infrastructure, digital services, and platforms for community decision-making.
Rural Development and Panchayats Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sondh said that every village with a population above 2,800 will be provided with one Panchayat Ghar and one CSC. The Panchayat Ghars will serve as modern meeting spaces for local councils, while the CSCs will bridge the digital divide by offering essential online services such as government scheme registrations, Aadhaar, passports, and educational admissions.
Earlier, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann inaugurated the project from Fatehgarh Sahib, stating that the new Panchayat Ghars would become a proper platform for democratic decision-making at the grassroots. Each Panchayat Ghar will be built at a cost of ₹20 lakh, and each CSC at ₹5 lakh.
Officials highlighted that the project is not just about infrastructure but about restoring pride to the villages. Clean, well-equipped centers are expected to strengthen local governance, make the decision-making process more transparent, and provide equal amenities to rural citizens comparable to those in cities.
The Mann Government emphasized that these initiatives are part of a broader mission to create smart villages, promote self-reliance, and empower rural Punjab. Villagers will gain easier access to government services at their doorstep, boosting confidence and a sense of ownership in development.
By combining modern infrastructure with digital access, the government is seeking to transform villages into hubs of growth and progress. The step is being seen as a milestone in fulfilling the promise of ‘Rangla Punjab’—a Punjab where prosperity, dignity, and empowerment begin at the grassroots.
