Agartala, 24th June 2026: Tripura has earned a moment of pride as Kanchanbari Gram Panchayat under Kumarghat RD Block in Unakoti District secured the first position in the ‘Healthy Panchayat’ category at the prestigious Deendayal Upadhyay Panchayat Satat Vikas Puraskar 2026.
This achievement is being hailed as a significant milestone in the state’s rural development journey. The award recognises sustained efforts in healthcare, sanitation, nutrition, safe drinking water, and overall improvement in the quality of life of villagers.
The success reflects the collective initiative of the Panchayat administration, local residents, health workers, and stakeholders in building a sustainable rural environment. Kanchanbari has notably excelled in maintaining a clean and healthy atmosphere, ensuring better healthcare services, expanding access to safe drinking water, and implementing participatory development programmes.
Through active community involvement and effective execution of welfare projects, Kanchanbari has demonstrated that grassroots planning and public participation can bring transformative change in rural society. The recognition now positions the Panchayat as a model of health-centric rural development, inspiring other Panchayats across the country.
For Kumarghat RD Block and Tripura as a whole, this honour stands as a proud moment, reaffirming the state’s commitment to rural infrastructure, public health protection, and sustainable development.
