Q. Which state government received the prestigious SKOCH Award for its initiative 'Shaasan Aplya Daari' (Government at your doorstep)?
Answer: Maharashtra
Notes: Maharashtra's 'Shashan Aaplya Dari' initiative won the SKOCH Award for its innovation and impact in governance. The program, meaning "government at your doorsteps," delivers government schemes directly to people. It was launched in Satara in May 2023. More than 280 projects nationwide competed, showcasing its effectiveness. The initiative aligns with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals and will evolve into 'Shashan Aaplya Dari 2.0' under Eknath Shinde's guidance for further growth. The SKOCH Award is an award that recognizes people, projects, and institutions that work to improve India. It was established in 2003 and is considered one of the highest civilian honors in the country.

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