Facts for Prelims (FFP)
Source: PIB
Context: NITI Aayog released the first Delta Ranking of the Aspirational Blocks Programme (ABP), with Tiriyani Block in Telangana securing the top position and Kaushambi Block in Uttar Pradesh ranked second.
What is the Aspirational Block Programme (ABP)?
| Aspect | Details |
| Program | The Aspirational Blocks Programme (ABP) (built on the Aspirational District Programme (ADP)) is an initiative launched by NITI Aayog in January 2023. |
| Objective | Enhance governance and improve the quality of life in challenging and relatively underdeveloped blocks across India. |
| Geographic Coverage | 500 blocks from 329 districts in 27 states and 4 Union Territories |
| Key Themes | Health and Nutrition – Education – Agriculture and Allied Services – Basic Infrastructure – Social Development |
| Program Strategy | Convergence (of Central and state Schemes)
Collaboration (between NITI Aayog, Central Ministries, State Departments, District and block Administration) Competition among blocks driven by a spirit of mass Movement |
| Nodal Officers | Block Officials are identified as Leaders of Change, working under the guidance of their respective state and district administrations. |
| Relationship with ADP | Built on the foundation of the Aspirational District Programme (ADP), which was launched in 2018. |
| ADP Overview | Launched in 2018, ADP focuses on the strength of each undeveloped district, identifying low-hanging fruits for immediate improvements and measuring progress by ranking districts. |
