Objectives & Functions
Objectives
- Inclusive Development: Bringing all sections of rural areas into the mainstream of development.
- Social Inclusion and Welfare: Special schemes for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, minorities, women, children, persons with disabilities, and senior citizens.
- Eco-Friendly and Sustainable Development: Focus on water conservation, green energy, and environmental protection.
- Service Delivery Based on Local Needs: Designing and implementing schemes tailored to village-level problems.
- Use of Technology: Effective utilization of e-governance, digital services, and online facilities.
Major Functions
In the Education Sector
- Establishment, maintenance, and quality improvement of Zilla Parishad schools
- Digital classrooms and e-learning facilities
- Free textbooks, uniforms, and mid-day meals for students
- Establishment of libraries, science labs, and study centers
Health Services
- Operation of primary health centers and sub-centers
- Maternal and child care schemes, immunization, and nutrition
- Control of infectious diseases and organization of health camps
- Special health campaigns – tuberculosis, malaria, HIV awareness
Infrastructure Development
- Construction of roads, bridges, buildings, and group tap water schemes
- Supply of clean drinking water and wastewater management
- Rural electrification and solar energy projects
- Construction of toilets under Swachh Bharat Mission
Agriculture and Rural Economy
- Seeds, fertilizers, medicines, and agricultural guidance for farmers
- Promotion of organic farming, water conservation, and new technologies
- Construction of farm ponds and agro-processing industries with SHGs
Women and Child Welfare
- Operation of Anganwadi centers and adolescent development schemes
- Training and loan facilities for women self-help groups
- Vocational training for women empowerment
- Protection of child rights and child-friendly Gram Panchayats
Industry and Employment Generation
- Skill development and training for rural youth
- Promotion of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs)
- Market linking to boost local productivity
- Employment under employment guarantee schemes
Empowerment of Gram Panchayats
- Training and audit for Panchayats
- Strengthening Gram Sabhas and participatory planning process
- Promotion of democratic values and public participation
- Social audits of schemes and citizens’ charters
Schemes for Special Groups
- Habitation improvement schemes for SC/ST communities
- Dedicated plans for tribal development
- Education, health, and employment schemes for persons with disabilities
- Health checkups and residential facilities for senior citizens
Administrative Responsibilities
- Implementation of development work at the taluka level through Block Development Officers
- Department-wise officers: Health, Education, Construction, Water Conservation, etc.
- Regular surveys, reporting, and data collection as per state government guidelines
Zilla Parishad Latur is not just an administrative body—it is a trusted partner of the rural populace. With the participation of all sections of society, technological innovation, and a human-centric approach, this institution is working toward building a “Prosperous Latur.”