I am 35 years old and am a graduate. I belong to Schedule Caste of Kashirampur
village. I contested the Panchayat elections on a general seat and was elected
for the post by defeating 11 other candidates. I am very confident of myself
and I am able to present my views strongly in an articulate manner. I strive
hard for my Panchayat and have managed to undertake several activities like
the construction of roads, schools, up-gradation of the BPL list, formation of
SHgs, establishing linkages with the DRDA, banks etc.The Panchayat faced a problem of potable water, as the water supply in the
village was contaminated. In order to resolve this matter, I gave away my land
and constructed a tube-well on it for the Panchayat. The other major hurdle
which I encountered was the decline in the number of students in the village’s
only Primary School, due to the railway crossing besides the school premises.
I undertook the responsibility of motivating people and I was successful in
convincing them about education being a primary needs, one which should
not be denied to anyone. I also helped construct toilets and rooms in the
schools, in order to make the School more welcoming for children.Besides societal pressures, a major problem is the non-availability of funds for
the proposals related to the various developmental works. Despite hindrances,
I am determined to continue my endeavors with support from the villagers.Sunita Devi
President
Panchayat: Kashirampur
Block: Dugadda
District: Pauri