Rural Development Minister Jaykumar Gore announces ₹5 Cr reward 'Samruddhi Gram Yojana' at Lokmat Sarpanch Awards 2025
Jul 04, 2025
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 4: In a stirring celebration of grassroots governance and visionary rural leadership, Lokmat Media Group successfully hosted the fourth edition of the Lokmat Sarpanch Awards 2025, honoring 13 exceptional Sarpanchs from across 24 districts of Maharashtra. Held amidst an august gathering, the ceremony underscored Lokmat's enduring commitment to highlighting social impact and empowering rural India by recognizing those who tirelessly transform their villages. Adding to the momentous occasion, Maharashtra's Hon'ble Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Minister Shri. Jaykumar Gore announced the launch of the Chief Minister's Samruddhi Gram Yojana, a competitive scheme with rewards up to ₹5 crore for outstanding villages, signaling a significant boost for grassroots development across the state.