Karivellur
Peralam Grama Panchayat

Major Responsibilities of the Committee

1. Development Planning and Project Formulation

Development Planning: Formulate plans and programmes for the overall development of the Grama Panchayat.

Socio-Economic Planning: Develop programmes aimed at promoting social and economic growth and development.

Spatial Planning: Undertake planning by taking into consideration the geographical and spatial characteristics of the area.

The Committee plays an important role in the preparation of the Panchayat Annual Development Plan and in presenting the plan before the Grama Sabha for consideration and approval.

2. Major Development Sectors

The Committee supervises activities relating to the major development sectors of the Panchayat, including:

• Agriculture: Matters relating to agricultural production, distribution of seeds and fertilizers, irrigation, and related activities.
• Animal Husbandry and Dairy Development: Implementation of animal husbandry programmes and promotion of the development of the dairy sector.
• Soil Conservation: Planning and implementation of programmes for maintaining and improving soil fertility.
• Social Forestry: Promotion of tree planting and environmental awareness programmes.
• Minor Irrigation: Implementation and maintenance of minor irrigation projects.
• Fisheries: Promotion and development of the fisheries sector.
• Small-Scale Industries: Promotion and development of local and small-scale industries.
• Public Works: Construction and maintenance of roads, buildings, and other public assets under the Panchayat. (In some cases, a separate committee may be constituted for such matters; however, development-related aspects are considered by the Development Standing Committee.)
• Housing: Implementation and supervision of housing schemes and programmes.

3. Energy and Infrastructure

The Committee oversees matters relating to rural electrification and non-conventional energy sources, including the installation and maintenance of street lights and implementation of other energy conservation initiatives.

4. Project Implementation and Monitoring

• Ensure that all projects coming under the purview of the Committee are completed efficiently and within the stipulated time.
• Review the progress of projects and make necessary modifications or corrective measures wherever required.
• Coordinate activities in accordance with the recommendations and suggestions of Working Groups and Grama Sabhas.

In Summary

In brief, the major responsibilities of the Development Standing Committee are to provide direction for the development of the Grama Panchayat, formulate appropriate development plans and programmes, and ensure their effective and timely implementation.