Thalayazham Grama Panchayat

Revenue and Expenditure Review Report (2024-25)

Introduction

During the financial year 2024-25, Thalayazham Grama Panchayat effectively implemented various development, welfare, infrastructure, health, and education programmes. The activities of the Panchayat were carried out by combining financial assistance received from the Central and State Governments with the Panchayat's own-source revenue.

Revenue Review

At the beginning of the financial year, the Panchayat had a bank and deposit balance of ₹2.20 crore. During the year, receipts amounting to ₹8.20 crore were recorded, including tax revenue, fees, licence fees, government grants, various scheme allocations, and interest income. At the end of the financial year, the Panchayat's bank balance increased to approximately ₹3.00 crore, indicating the Panchayat's financial stability.

Government Grants and Scheme Allocations

The Panchayat received substantial financial assistance through various sources, including the General Purpose Fund, Central Finance Commission Grant, Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS), Swachh Bharat Mission, LIFE Housing Scheme, Health Sector Grants, and ICDS programmes. These funds formed an important financial foundation for the implementation of development activities.

Agricultural and Production Sector

Financial assistance was provided for various programmes related to paddy cultivation, coconut cultivation, vegetable cultivation, banana cultivation, pepper cultivation, water conservation, and cleaning of water bodies. Projects were also implemented for dairy development, livestock protection, poultry farming, and fisheries development. These programmes were aimed at improving the income and livelihood of farmers and fisherfolk.

Health Sector

Significant expenditure was incurred for the purchase of medicines for health institutions, health-related activities, development of health and wellness centres, and diagnostic facilities. Special attention was also given to strengthening the functioning of Allopathic, Ayurvedic, and Homoeopathic healthcare institutions.

Sanitation and Waste Management

Various programmes were implemented for the construction of household toilets, waste collection and treatment, plastic waste management, liquid waste management, and waste management facilities in institutions. These initiatives represented important interventions towards achieving the goal of a clean and hygienic village.

Housing and Social Welfare

As part of the LIFE Housing Scheme, more than ₹1 crore was spent on house construction and renovation of houses. Various welfare activities were also implemented, including elderly welfare, care and protection of vulnerable persons, financial assistance for persons with disabilities, women's welfare, Balasabha activities, and supplementary nutrition programmes through Anganwadis.

Administration and Infrastructure Maintenance

Funds were utilized for employee salaries, administrative expenses, office operations, electricity charges for streetlights, maintenance of roads and culverts, irrigation systems, and repair and maintenance of public assets. These activities were undertaken to ensure the efficient delivery of public services.

Conclusion

During the financial year 2024-25, Thalayazham Grama Panchayat implemented several people-oriented programmes by integrating development and welfare initiatives. Investments made in sectors such as agriculture, health, sanitation, housing, social welfare, and infrastructure development contributed to sustainable development and the improvement of the quality of life of the people.