Gramasabha
A voter in a ward of a village is a member of the Grama Sabha of that ward. Similarly, a voter in a ward of a municipality is a member of the Ward Sabha of that ward.
Ward Members — Convenors of Grama Sabhas.
Ward Councillors — Convenors of Ward Sabhas.
If a Convenor is unable to perform their duties, the Chairperson of the Local Self-Government Institution may appoint a member from the adjacent ward as the Convenor.
Grama Sabha: Grama Panchayat President → Vice President → Convenor (in order)
Ward Sabha: Municipal Chairperson → Deputy Chairperson / Standing Committee Chairperson → Convenor (in order)
The responsibility for convening the meetings rests with the Ward Member, who also serves as the Convenor.
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If not less than 10% of the voters in a ward make a written request, the Convener shall convene a special Grama Sabha/Ward Sabha within 15 days.
An officer nominated by the Grama Panchayat/Municipality shall function as the Coordinator. The Coordinator shall assist the Convener in all activities related to the Grama Sabha/Ward Sabha.
Members have the right to submit in writing, either before or during the meeting, any questions or suggestions that are to be considered by the Grama Sabha/Ward Sabha.
A resolution may be passed by majority vote on any issue falling within the jurisdiction of the Grama Sabha/Ward Sabha.
Assist in collecting the details required for formulating development plans.
Prepare proposals for projects to be implemented in the village/municipal area and determine their priorities.
Provide assistance, facilities, voluntary services, and financial support for the effective implementation of development plans.
- Recommend suitable locations for the installation of street lights, public water supply taps, public wells, sanitation facilities, irrigation facilities, and other public infrastructure projects.
Obtain details of the estimates and material cost of the completed/proposed works.
Monitor and assist the Beneficiary Committees.
Collect detailed estimate information for the proposed works.
