A reward of 25% of the fine will be given to the person who provides reliable information (with evidence) about the persons committing the crimes of dumping garbage and discharging liquid waste in public places and water bodies.
Finance Standing Committee

 

Main Responsibilities of the Finance Standing Committee Under the Kerala Panchayat Raj Act, the Finance Standing Committee is the key committee that controls and supervises the financial affairs of the Panchayat.

Importance of the Finance Standing Committee The Finance Standing Committee plays a crucial role in ensuring the financial discipline and transparency of the Panchayat. The primary objective of this committee is to ensure the financial stability and efficiency of development activities in the Panchayat through key operations such as budget preparation, revenue mobilization, lawful utilization of funds, review of audit reports, expenditure control, and sourcing financial resources for development projects.

Budget and Financial Control

  • Assist in preparing the Panchayat budget.
  • Review and provide recommendations on the annual budget and revised budget.
  • Suggest ways to increase revenue generation.
  • Streamline the collection of taxes, fees, and cesses.
  • Examine the income and expenditure accounts of the Panchayat.
  • Supervise financial transactions.

Audit and Financial Supervision

  • Review audit reports and audit observations, and suggest follow-up actions.
  • Ensure that the utilization of Panchayat funds is lawful and efficient.
  • Oversee matters related to the financial management of the Panchayat's properties and assets.
  • Provide necessary suggestions for financial control and cost reduction.
  • Offer recommendations for mobilizing financial resources required for development projects.
  • Discharge other finance-related duties assigned by the Panchayat Committee.