The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet, headed by Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav, on Monday nodded to several vital proposals for the development project, farmers’ welfare, administrative actions and public welfare activities.
Funds Approved for Development
The Cabinet has sanctioned the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) an allocation of ₹345 crore for enhanced measures to deal with financial offences. Authorities also provided information on the measures taken in 392 cases where urban local bodies are involved, notable here was the use of artificial intelligence and technology.
Moreover, ₹3,378 crore was sanctioned for different schemes and development plans related to Chhindwara, Sagar, Seoni and Morena. The government also instructed officials to ensure that development programmes continue to be implemented.
Focus on Farmers and Public Services
During the meeting, a presentation was made about work done during the State’s Farmer Welfare Year. The cabinet, among other things, discussed below normal rains in 12 districts and steps to mitigate the impact. They said the government would look into the farmers for the assistance depending on the assessment and criteria of the district.
As per the information shared at the Meeting, under the Seva Sankalp campaign 1345 service camps have been organized and more than 1600 Seva Jyoti Yatras have been held.
Promotion of Local Artisans
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav asked the ministers to encourage people to buy traditional earthen lamps from the local potters and to promote traditional pottery in advance of the festive season of Diwali. The goal of the project is to encourage traditional craftsmen or artisans and indigenous products.
Upcoming State Events
Preparation for the Birth Anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on 31st October, Madhya Pradesh Foundation Day on 1st November and Bhagwan Birsa Munda Jayanti on 15th November, were also discussed in the cabinet.
The theme of the meeting was Public Service Delivery, Farmers Welfare, Development and Service Support to local Communities.