SARAL
(Sarpanch Advanced Resourceful Active Learning)

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सरपंच उन्नत संसाधनपूर्ण सक्रिय अधिगम (ग्राम पंचायत के निर्वाचित प्रतिनिधियों के लिए नीतियाँ और नेतृत्व) — सरल

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Empowering village leaders with transparent, accountable governance through action-oriented Mini MBA program.

BRIEF SYNOPSIS OF SARAL

Program Overview

SARAL (Sarpanch Advanced Resourceful Active Learning) is an action-oriented Mini MBA program designed to empower elected village heads with competencies for transparent, accountable, and participatory governance. The program adapts Ministry of Panchayati Raj curricula and lessons from model villages like Hiware Bazar, Piplantri, and Ralegan Siddhi into micro-modules.

Participatory Democracy

Strengthening community engagement and decision-making processes

Financial Transparency

Ensuring accountable and transparent financial management

Sustainable Development

Promoting environmentally conscious and sustainable practices

Key Focus Areas

Delhi

Rajasthan

Punjab

Uttar Pradesh

Haryana

Madhya Pradesh

 

Measurable Outcomes

(Pilot Phase: 90 villages across 6 states)

Impact Stories

Water Conservation: Participatory water conservation planning initiatives

Tree Plantation: Girl-child linked tree plantation drives that spurred women’s SHG formation

Sanitation Campaigns: Culturally-rooted sanitation campaigns with 90% household toilet adoption

Public Audits: Community trust restoration through transparent public audits