Agartala:
In a major boost to grassroots governance, the Union Government has released the second instalment of untied grants under the XV Finance Commission for the year 2025–26 to Tripura, amounting to Rs 30.6 crore. The funds are aimed at empowering Panchayati Raj Institutions and Rural Local Bodies across the state, enabling them to implement development initiatives based on local priorities.
Official sources said the allocation will benefit 606 Gram Panchayats, 35 Block Panchayats, eight Zilla Parishads, 587 Village Committees, 40 Block Advisory Committees, and one headquarters under the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC). In addition, Rs 85 lakh has been released from the withheld portion of the first instalment, earmarked for another eligible TTAADC headquarters, extending targeted support to tribal self-governance structures.
Authorities highlighted that the untied nature of these grants provides local bodies with the flexibility to plan and implement projects according to the specific needs of their communities. This autonomy is expected to improve delivery of essential services, strengthen infrastructure, and make governance more responsive and inclusive in rural areas.
The latest release reflects the Centre’s continued commitment to decentralized governance, ensuring that development priorities are driven by local institutions closest to the ground. Officials said the funding will allow Panchayati Raj institutions to address critical needs such as water supply, sanitation, health, education, and livelihood initiatives while fostering participatory planning and accountability at the village level.
By enhancing the capacity of rural and tribal institutions, the initiative is set to promote grassroots empowerment, encourage community-driven projects, and accelerate socio-economic development in the state’s hinterlands. Authorities stressed that timely utilization of the grants will strengthen local democracy and enable Tripura’s rural communities to take charge of their development trajectory.
The move underscores the importance of bottom-up planning in ensuring sustainable and inclusive growth in Tripura’s rural and tribal regions.
