Odisha CM Announces Honorarium for Sarpanches and Naib Sarpanches

Odisha's Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has announced a financial package of Rs 56.55 crore to provide honorarium for sarpanches and naib sarpanches. This initiative aims to ensure timely payments for these elected representatives, who play a crucial role in rural development. Each sarpanch will receive Rs 10,000 monthly, while naib sarpanches will get Rs 4,000. With 6,794 sarpanches and an equal number of naib sarpanches in the state, this decision underscores the government's commitment to supporting local leadership.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 16, 2026, 22:20 IST

Financial Support for Local Leaders

Bhubaneswar: On Friday, Odisha's Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi approved a significant financial package amounting to Rs 56.55 crore, designated as honorarium for sarpanches and naib sarpanches throughout the state, according to an official announcement.

The sanctioned amount of Rs 56,55,72,000 covers the honorarium for the six-month period from April 1 to September 30, as detailed in the statement from the Chief Minister's Office.

Each sarpanch will receive a monthly honorarium of Rs 10,000, while naib sarpanches will be compensated with Rs 4,000 per month.

Odisha is home to 6,794 sarpanches and an equal number of naib sarpanches, as noted in the official statement.

This initiative is aimed at ensuring that elected representatives at the grassroots level receive their payments promptly, recognizing their vital contributions to rural development across the state.