Girwarpura gram panchayat in the Sawar subdivision of Ajmer district witnessed an official transfer of rural administrative power on Monday. Following her decisive victory by a margin of 613 votes, newly elected sarpanch Sanju Devi Meena formally took charge through traditional ceremonial proceedings. The swearing-in ceremony saw widespread participation from local residents and well-wishers who gathered to offer an enthusiastic welcome to the incoming village head.
Double Milestone as Youngest and Third Female Sarpanch
Holding a Bachelor of Arts degree, the 26-year-old educated leader secured her mandate following an intensely contested electoral race. Her margin of 613 ballots delivered an emphatic win that established two milestones in the administrative record of Girwarpura. Sanju Meena has officially become the youngest person ever to occupy the sarpanch post in the panchayat, while also becoming only the third woman to lead the local governing body. Her academic background has raised strong expectations among villagers regarding progressive development initiatives throughout her tenure.
Bheru Dham Chief Devotee Joins as Guest of Honour
The accession gathering featured Maharaj Lal Dhaga Sarkar, chief devotee of the renowned Bheru Dham in Mehrukhurd, who attended as the chief guest. Upon her arrival at the panchayat headquarters, village elders and community members honoured Sanju Meena by tying a ceremonial turban (safa), draping her with a shawl, and presenting large floral garlands. Chief guest Maharaj Lal Dhaga Sarkar extended his blessings to the new sarpanch with a ceremonial shawl, conveying well wishes for her leadership journey.
Formal Handover and Community Celebration
The institutional handover was executed during the proceedings by panchayat secretary Sanjay Meena, who received the formal charge from former sarpanch administrator Banti Kumar Balai and handed it over to Sanju Meena. Following the administrative transition, local women celebrated the occasion by singing traditional welcoming folk songs. Newly elected ward panchs and former regional representatives were also felicitated. Notable figures present included Vinay Joshi, Commando Manoj Meena, advocate Rakesh Meena, Prahlad Subedar, former sarpanch Shivaji Ram Meena, alongside numerous village women and prominent community members.
