#About Ward delimitation
The recent notification about ward delimitation in Kerala, which increases the number of wards significantly, raises concerns regarding its financial and administrative implications. The expansion from 15,962 to 17,337 wards, alongside the increase in block and district panchayat divisions, seems to place an additional financial burden on already strained resources.
Many panchayats are grappling with budgetary constraints, leading to delays in employee salaries and impacting the overall efficiency of local governance. Given these challenges, the current approach to ward delimitation may be seen as counterproductive, diverting essential funds away from pressing needs.
An alternative solution could be to amend the panchayat act to accommodate a higher number of voters per ward. For instance, if a ward currently serves 1,000 voters, increasing this number to 1,500 could streamline administrative costs and mitigate the strain on the exchequer. By doing so, it might reduce the financial pressure on panchayats and allow more funds to be directed towards essential services and employment opportunities.
This adjustment could not only enhance the efficiency of local governance but also alleviate the adverse effects of political party dynamics on the livelihoods of residents.
-K A Solaman
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