I am a resident of Jhakhoran village in Hussainpur Panchayat of Rahika Block
in Madhubani District. I belong to the Dhanki caste, which falls under the
EBC category. I am forty years old and have four children.I did not face any problem or challenge during the entire election campaign.
Once I filed my nomination, my husband built the base for my victory. I was
pitted against nine contestants and won by a margin of 62 votes. What greatly
helped me in my victory was the goodwill built up by my husband. He has
been involved in local politics for quite few years and has helped people to
gain employment in the previous term by approaching the Panchayat and the
Block Offices. Hence, he thought it better to have someone in the system that
would provide him direct support. Therefore, when the Panchayat elections
came up and the seat was reserved for women he asked me to contest.I have not yet had to face any challenges with regard to the functioning of my
Panchayat. Both the Panchayat as well as the Block Office co-operate with
me to implement Schemes. Even though I am literate, my older son helps
me manage the paper work, as I do not have the skills to fully comprehend
and tackle all the paperwork. Though I take the help of my son in almost all
activities, I feel that I have learnt to deal with the system and know about
many Schemes, which will benefit the community in the near future.I have focused on Social Security Schemes for women, IAY and OAP. I have
facilitated the provision of IAY houses to 27 people. I have also facilitated
the building of roads and streets in the area. I am now preparing to hold a
gram Sabha meeting. In the future, I plan to improve sanitation facilities
of the Panchayat.Daulat Devi
President
Panchayat: Hussainpur
Block: Rahika
District: Madhubani