Women empowerment and youth power week from 10 to 15 January
Bhopal: Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav electronically transferred Rs 1576.61 crore to the accounts of 1 crore 29 lakh Ladli Bahana on the occasion of Makar Sankranti. Addressing a state level programme at Kushabhau Thakre Convention Center Bhopal here today the CM urged the beneficiary sisters to utilize the amount for well-being of their respective families. All districts participated in the programme virtually.
CM Yadav said that women have always been give high respect in India’s cultural traditions. No country in the world has the status of a Mother. On behalf of people of the State, Prime Minister Narendra Modi deserves profound respect for initiatives ensuring women empowerment in every respect. Dr. Yadav said that the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has taken historic steps for socio-economic empowerment of women. The schemes guided by the Prime Minister aim at improving the quality of life of people.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that Makar Sankranti festival will be observed from 10 to 15 January focussing on women empowerment and youth power. Dr. Yadav also transferred pension and financial assistance worth Rs 341 crore to more than 56 lakh beneficiaries.
Dr. Mohan Yadav said that Prime Minister Shri Modi has emphasized on the upliftment of women, farmers, youth and poor. The state government is committed to the upliftment and empowerment of them.
All festivals reflect enthusiasm: CM
CM said that India’s culture gives an opportunity to understand various aspects of humanity. All festivals, celebrations reflect enthusiasm. The celebration of festivals proves deep association with the nature. Makar Sankranti is also one of those festivals.
Women and Child Development Minister Sushri Nirmala Bhuria said that empowering women is the top priority of the state government as envisoned by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.
Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav presented sweets and gifts to the beneficiary sisters.
