Local governance in Imphal West. Valley districts use the three-tier Panchayati Raj system. Hill districts are governed by Autonomous District Councils (ADCs) under Article 371C.
The Gram Sabha is the assembly of all adult voters in a village. It meets at least twice a year. Key functions: approve the Gram Panchayat Development Plan (GPDP), select MGNREGA works and beneficiaries, conduct social audit of GP accounts, approve beneficiary lists for PMAY-G, social security pensions, and other schemes. Every citizen can attend and speak at their Gram Sabha. For online GP finances, asset registers, and scheme tracking: egramswaraj.gov.in.
Imphal West: Imphal West Zilla Parishad with Panchayat Samitis (blocks) and Gram Panchayats. Covers all revenue villages (112 as per Census 2011). Three-tier Panchayati Raj system: Zilla Parishad (district level) → Panchayat Samiti (block level) → Gram Panchayat (village level). Gram Sabhas must meet at least twice a year (Republic Day 26 Jan, Independence Day 15 Aug). GP Development Plans approved in Gram Sabha. MGNREGA works selected and social audit conducted through Gram Sabha. For live GP data including finances, development plans, and asset mapping, visit egramswaraj.gov.in → Manipur → select your district and GP.
Sources: eGramSwaraj · MoPR · Panchayati Raj Dept Manipur · NDSAP
Last sourced: 14/09/2026
