Bengaluru, July 8 -- The Karnataka government has directed all gram panchayats across the state to establish dedicated Help and Facilitation Centres to assist citizens in applying for the newly introduced Permanent Resident Certificate.

According to an order issued by the Karnataka Panchayat Raj Commissionerate under the Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department, each centre must be equipped with essential infrastructure, including computers, internet connectivity, printers and scanners, to enable seamless submission of applications. The centres should also provide adequate seating and other basic amenities for applicants.

The government has instructed gram panchayats to prominently display the Panchamitra Helpline number (82775060...