Cheruthana
Grama Panchayat

heruthana Grama Panchayat, located in Alappuzha District, Kerala, has been recognized as India's Best Child-Friendly Panchayat and has received the prestigious National Panchayat Award from the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Government of India. The local self-government institution achieved this national recognition through significant reforms and innovations in child welfare systems.

Key Achievements

Model Anganwadis:
All Anganwadis in Cheruthana have been upgraded into self-sufficient child-friendly centers equipped with:

• Safe drinking water connections
• Uninterrupted electricity supply
• Child-friendly toilets
• Indoor play facilities
• Outdoor play equipment
• Improved learning and care environments for children

These initiatives have created a safe, healthy, and nurturing atmosphere that supports the holistic development and well-being of children in the Panchayat.