Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) have undergone a significant transformation since their constitutional recognition through the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992. Initially conceived as institutions of local self-government responsible for rural development and democratic decentralization, PRIs have gradually evolved into key agencies for participatory governance, service delivery, digital administration, and local economic development. In the context of Electronic Governance, their role has expanded further through the adoption of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), enabling greater transparency, efficiency, accountability, and citizen participation. The traditional role of PRIs was primarily focused on implementing rural development programmes, maintaining village infrastructure, promoting agriculture, ensuring sanitation, and providing basic civic amenities. They acted as the closest link between the government and rural citizens, allowing local communities to participate in decision-making processes. However, administrative inefficiencies, lack of financial autonomy, and limited technical capacity often restricted their effectiveness. With the emergence of e-Governance, PRIs have become digitally empowered institutions capable of delivering services more efficiently. Digital platforms have transformed the way Gram Panchayats maintain records, monitor schemes, collect taxes, manage finances, and interact with citizens. Online databases, electronic record management systems, and digital communication have reduced paperwork, minimized delays, and improved administrative efficiency. One of the most significant changes is the digitization of Panchayat administration through initiatives such as e-Panchayat under the Digital India programme. The e-Panchayat Mission Mode Project integrates various functions of Panchayats, including planning, budgeting, accounting, asset management, grievance redressal, and monitoring of development schemes.