3Fs deficit

PANCHAYAT ADVANCEMENT INDEX (PAI) 2.0: MEASURING GRASSROOTS GOVERNANCE

The PAI 2.0 evaluates 2.5 lakh Panchayats on SDGs, promoting data-driven governance. Despite 97.3% participation, progress is hindered by the 3Fs deficit and Sarpanch Pati syndrome. Success requires aligning Finance Commission grants with performance to ensure a decentralized Viksit Bharat.