Congress Prioritizes Panchayati Raj System Over Lok Sabha Expansion for Political Stability
Reviving Panchayati Raj system more urgent than raising Lok Sabha strength to ensure personal political survival: Congress
The Hindu
Image: The Hindu
On April 24, 2026, the Congress party emphasized the urgent need to revive the Panchayati Raj system, highlighting its role in women's empowerment. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge praised the party's efforts in ensuring 33% reservation for women in local governance, asserting that strengthening grassroots democracy is more critical than increasing Lok Sabha seats for political gain.
- 01The Congress party prioritizes reviving the Panchayati Raj system over increasing Lok Sabha strength.
- 02Panchayati Raj is seen as crucial for women's empowerment.
- 03Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge highlighted the party's commitment to Gram Swaraj.
- 04The party credited Rajiv Gandhi for the 73rd Constitutional Amendment supporting Panchayati Raj.
- 05April 24 is recognized as Panchayati Raj Day in India.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
On April 24, 2026, the Congress party asserted that reviving the Panchayati Raj system is more pressing than increasing the strength of the Lok Sabha for personal political survival. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge emphasized the importance of this system in empowering women and strengthening grassroots democracy. He acknowledged the party's role in implementing 33% reservation for women in Panchayati Raj institutions and credited former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi for the 73rd Constitutional Amendment, which fortified the Panchayati Raj framework. The Congress party celebrated Panchayati Raj Day by congratulating village heads and local body members across India, reinforcing their commitment to the principles of Gram Swaraj.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Reviving the Panchayati Raj system could lead to greater participation of women in local governance, enhancing community decision-making.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Reader Poll
Should the government prioritize the revival of the Panchayati Raj system over increasing Lok Sabha seats?
Connecting to poll...
More about Congress party
Gauhati High Court Denies Anticipatory Bail to Congress Leader Pawan Khera in Defamation Case
The Indian Express • Apr 24, 2026
Congress MP Deepender Hooda Criticizes BJP Over Ambala's Deteriorating Conditions
Hindustan Times • Apr 24, 2026
Congress and UDF to Challenge Returning Officers in Kozhikode District
The Hindu • Apr 23, 2026
Read the original article
Visit the source for the complete story.