The Grama Sabha of Meppayur Grama Panchayat relating to the 2025–26 Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) Social Audit and Operation Toofan 2.0 will be held from October 7 to 12, 2026.
WELFARE STANDING COMMITTEE

WELFARE STANDING COMMITTEE

 

 

Key Responsibilities of the Welfare Standing Committee

The Welfare Standing Committee is responsible for overseeing social welfare, poverty alleviation, and the implementation of social security schemes.
01. Social Justice and Welfare of Vulnerable Sections

Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes

Formulate special schemes to promote the educational and economic advancement of Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities.

Protection Against Social Exploitation

Take measures to protect backward and other vulnerable sections of society from social injustice, discrimination, and exploitation.

Special Development Plans

Oversee the preparation of Tribal Sub-Plans and Scheduled Caste Sub-Plans and ensure the proper utilisation of allocated funds.

02. Social Security Schemes and Pensions

Welfare Pension Distribution

Review applications for social security pensions, including old-age, widow, and disability pensions, and support the efficient delivery of eligible benefits.

Identification of Beneficiaries

Identify eligible beneficiaries and recommend their inclusion in appropriate welfare schemes.

Distribution of Financial Assistance

Consider matters relating to the distribution of financial assistance under various schemes implemented by the Panchayat.

03. Women and Child Welfare

Women’s Development

Formulate and implement programmes aimed at improving the social and economic status of women.

Child Welfare

Supervise the functioning of Anganwadis, child welfare programmes, and the distribution of nutritious food to children.

04. Poverty Alleviation and Other Responsibilities

Poverty Alleviation

Oversee the planning and implementation of poverty alleviation programmes, including Kudumbashree and the National Rural Livelihoods Mission.

Disaster Relief Activities

Coordinate relief activities within the Panchayat and recommend the utilisation of relief funds where necessary.

In Summary
The Welfare Standing Committee plays a vital role in reducing social disadvantage, ensuring social security for eligible citizens, and promoting the welfare of women, children, and vulnerable sections of the community.

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