HPMVSSPS 2026: Cash Prizes up to ₹10 Lakh for Cleanest Gram Panchayat
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Quick answer
The HPMVSSPS is a state award that recognises the cleanest Gram Panchayat at block, district, division and state levels. Eligible Gram Panchayats that are open defecation‑free can apply and may win cash prizes up to ₹10 lakh. Apply by submitting the required form to the Block Development Officer.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Cash prizes up to ₹10 lakh |
| Ministry / department | Administrative Reforms Department, Himachal Pradesh |
| Level | State Government (Himachal Pradesh) |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The Maharishi Valmiki Sampoorn Swachata Puruskar (MVSSP) is a state competition under the Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) of Himachal Pradesh. It aims to identify and reward the cleanest Gram Panchayat at block, district, division and state levels. The scheme encourages rural communities to abandon open defecation and adopt safe sanitation practices. Winners receive cash prizes and are honoured by the Chief Minister or senior dignitaries during Independence Day celebrations.
Benefits
- Block level: ₹1 lakh
- District level: ₹3 lakh
- Division level: ₹5 lakh
- State level: ₹10 lakh
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Gram Panchayat must be open defecation‑free
- Gram Panchayat that won at a level cannot compete at same level for next three years
- State level winner cannot compete for next three years
Who cannot apply
- Non‑open defecation‑free Gram Panchayats
- Previous level winners excluded for next three years
- State level winner excluded for next three years
Documents required
- Gram Panchayat Resolution
- Application Form
- Proof of Open Defecation‑Free Status
- Supporting documents such as photos, reports, testimonials
How to apply
- 1Gram Panchayat passes a resolution expressing intention to participate
- 2Fill the application form provided by MVSSP
- 3Submit the form to the Block Development Officer by 23rd April, attested by head and three members
- 4BDO scrutinises and forwards to District Rural Development Agency
- 5Assessment committees evaluate and announce winners at each level
Frequently asked questions
What is MVSSP?+
MVSSP stands for Maharishi Valmiki Sampoorn Swachata Puruskar, a competition organised by the Government of Himachal Pradesh to recognise and reward the cleanest Gram Panchayats at various levels.
Who is eligible to participate in the MVSSP competition?+
Any Gram Panchayat that has achieved the status of being open defecation‑free is eligible to participate in the MVSSP competition.
Can a Gram Panchayat participate in the MVSSP competition if it has previously won an award at a lower level?+
Yes, a Gram Panchayat can participate in the competition at a higher level even if it has won an award at a lower level. However, winning Gram Panchayats at any level are excluded from participating in the same level for the next three years.
How are the assessments conducted in the MVSSP competition?+
Assessment committees are set up at block, district, division, and state levels. The assessments are carried out based on prescribed norms and marking criteria by these committees.
When do the assessments take place?+
The assessments of the participating Gram Panchayats occur between April and July each year, with specific dates varying annually.
What are the prizes awarded to the winners?+
The winners of MVSSP at different levels receive cash prizes, with amounts ranging from 1 lakh at the block level to 10 lakh at the state level.
Can a Gram Panchayat that has won at the state level participate again in the following years?+
No, a Gram Panchayat that has won at the state level is not eligible to participate in the competition for the next three years after the year of winning.
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