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21-year-old Lakshmi Meghwal elected sarpanch of Udarmaniyon Ki Dhani, Balotra, Rajasthan
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 11 Nov 2026, 12:02 PM
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Lakshmi Meghwal, 21 years and 4 months old, won the sarpanch seat in Udarmaniyon Ki Dhani village of Balotra district by a margin of 110 votes.
In the recent Gram Panchayat elections for Udarmaniyon Ki Dhani, a village under the Gida Panchayat Samiti in Balotra district, Rajasthan, 21‑year‑old Lakshmi Meghwal emerged victorious as sarpanch. The young candidate secured her win by a margin of 110 votes over her nearest rival, reflecting strong local support.
Meghwal, who is 21 years and four months old, campaigned on a promise of accelerated development for the village, citing needs such as improved water supply, road maintenance, and basic infrastructure. Her victory marks one of the youngest instances of a sarpanch being elected in the region.
The election results were announced by the district election office, confirming the vote count and the official declaration of Meghwal as the new head of the village council. She has pledged to work closely with the Panchayat Samiti and district authorities to channel government schemes toward the village’s growth.
Local residents expressed optimism about the fresh leadership, hoping that Meghwal’s youthful perspective will translate into tangible improvements in daily life. The next steps involve forming the village council and outlining a development plan for the upcoming fiscal year.
Meghwal, who is 21 years and four months old, campaigned on a promise of accelerated development for the village, citing needs such as improved water supply, road maintenance, and basic infrastructure. Her victory marks one of the youngest instances of a sarpanch being elected in the region.
The election results were announced by the district election office, confirming the vote count and the official declaration of Meghwal as the new head of the village council. She has pledged to work closely with the Panchayat Samiti and district authorities to channel government schemes toward the village’s growth.
Local residents expressed optimism about the fresh leadership, hoping that Meghwal’s youthful perspective will translate into tangible improvements in daily life. The next steps involve forming the village council and outlining a development plan for the upcoming fiscal year.