Ministry of Rural Development
Ministry of Rural Development Senior Officers Visit Manipur to Monitor Rural Development Schemes
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Source-grounded summary
Senior officers of the Ministry of Rural Development undertook a two-day Area Officer visit to Manipur from September 8 to 10, 2026, to monitor rural development schemes in Bishnupur and Churachandpur districts. The officials interacted with Self-Help Groups, beneficiaries, and stakeholders, reviewed scheme implementation, and advised district administrations to expedite projects and conduct grassroots awareness programmes. Emphasis was placed on inter-scheme convergence. Specific grievances regarding delays in Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana–Gramin and National Social Assistance Programme payments were addressed, and DAY-NRLM Self-Help Groups were noted for their performance toward achieving Lakhpati Didi goals.