Awards & Achievements

Elikkulam Grama Panchayat

Awards & Achievements

Awards & Achievements

Achievements of Elikkulam Grama Panchayat

Elikkulam Grama Panchayat has undertaken notable initiatives in areas such as public welfare, social security, elderly care, public services, and local development. At various times, the Panchayat, institutions functioning under its leadership, and its projects have received recognition and awards.

01

Best Elderly-Friendly Panchayat

State-Level Recognition 

Elikkulam Grama Panchayat was selected as the Best Elderly-Friendly Panchayat in the State. 

This award was received in recognition of the special attention given by the Panchayat to the welfare, social security, care, and public participation of elderly people.

Award

Best Elderly-Friendly Panchayat 

Year

2023 

Prize Amount

₹50,000 

Notable Information 

According to the available report, Elikkulam Grama Panchayat had 5,342 elderly persons. This award recognizes the Panchayat's state-level initiatives for creating an elderly-friendly environment.

02

Recognition in the State-Level Award List

According to the official award list published by the Minister for Local Self Government of Kerala, Elikkulam Grama Panchayat secured second place in Kottayam District.

District

Kottayam 

 
Position

Second Place 

Note: The exact name of the award category should be verified from the official award list before being published as an official award category.

Other Notable Activities & Achievements

Elderly Welfare

Initiatives focused on the welfare and social security of elderly people are among the major achievements of the Panchayat.

Public Participation

The Panchayat undertakes various initiatives to strengthen public participation through Gram Sabhas, Ward Sabhas, and various people-oriented development programmes.

Development Activities

Various development activities are implemented in areas such as infrastructure development, public services, social welfare, healthcare, and education.

Innovative Ideas & Projects

Elikkulam Grama Panchayat has also been identified as one of the local self-government institutions selected for the K-DISC OLOI pilot phase, focusing on ideas addressing the challenges faced by elderly people.

Awards — At a Glance

YearAward / RecognitionDetails
2023Best Elderly-Friendly PanchayatElikkulam was selected as the Best Elderly-Friendly Panchayat in the State.
—Second PlaceElikkulam Grama Panchayat secured second place in Kottayam District according to the official award list.

Sources for Verification of Official Information

  • Kerala Local Self Government Department — Award Information
  • Official Website of Kottayam District Administration
  • Kerala State Audit Department — Elikkulam Grama Panchayat Records
  • Official LSGD Information relating to Elikkulam Grama Panchayat
Elikkulam Grama Panchayat • Kottayam District • Kerala