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September 10, 2012 | 20:05 IST
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Gujarat to have Chhotaudepur as new district, to start working from January 26, 2013
“Rs.12,500-cr distributed to 85-lakh poor during 1,000 Garib Kalyan Melas”
“Implementation of two major irrigation projects worth Rs.4,000-cr”
“Gujarat tops in India in distribution of forest land title papers to tribal”
– Narendra Modi
Ahmedabad, Monday: Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi today announced Chhotaudepur as a new and the twenty-eighth district of the state. It will start working from January 26, 2013.
Addressing an Adivasi Mahasammelan attended by tribal people from a dozen predominantly tribal districts of the state extending from Ambaji (Sabarkantha) to Umargam at Chhotaudepur, he said that a high-level committee headed by the Chief Secretary has been formed to decide which talukas and which villages would be included in the new district. Gir-Somnath was declared as the twenty-seventh district of the state last month. It is part of the state government’s initiative for decentralization to make administration easy and fast for the people.
Mr. Modi also announced implementation of two major ambitious irrigation projects costly Rs.4,000-crore for the benefit of people living in ravines in the remote hilly region, in the mercy of vagaries of monsoon. The projects aimed at taking water from the rivers to the fields with the help of technology.
One project costing Rs.500-crore involves constructing 1,064 check dams, 1,200 community wells, 87 lift irrigation schemes and 120 ponds to irrigate over 13,000 ha of land. The other project costing Rs.3,500-crore is to divert surplus flood waters flowing down the Narmada to the tribal areas through 663-km of pipelines to irrigate 75,000 ha of land.
The Chief Minister distributed forest land title papers to tribal people and said that Gujarat has distributed maximum number of forest land papers to the tribal in the country. He said that Rs.40,000-crore Van Bandhu Kalyan Yojna will be implemented for all round development of tribal.
Distributing government assistance and gadgets to the beneficiaries during the Garib Kalyan Mela, he said that the tribal, poor, dalits and have-nots of Gujarat have by now recognized who are exploiting them and have thus joined the present government. Having failed to woo the poor, he said, they are now targeting the middle class as the vote bank, which is unlikely to happen.
He said the government has allotted houses to all the16-lakh eligible people living Below Poverty Line (BPL) in the 0-16 Point bracket in the state, while the remaining 6-lakh BPL people in the 17-20 Point bracket are being distributed the first installment of Rs.21,000 for plot and building materials.
Mr. Modi said the government has provided drinking water facilities in 5,900 villages and 11,900 hamlets in the tribal areas as the percentage of water taps to tribal householders has gone up from 4% to 76% over the last ten years.
Electrification of 1.50-lakh huts has been completed, 3,000 ponds have been deepened and 13,000 check dams built. Nearly Rs.1,225-crore have been spent on projects to irrigate 8.75-lakh ha in tribal areas.
He expressed happiness at the delayed but noteworthy rainfall in the state this monsoon, saving the state from severe spectre of drought.
Speaking on the occasion, Tribal Development and Forest Minister Mangubhai Patel expressed happiness at unprecedented development of tribal people under the leadership of the Chief Minister, who has also hosted the sacrifices of tribal freedom fighters at Pal Chitaliya, Mangarh and Jambughoda in India’s map for Independence struggle. The earlier government indulged in corruption in even distribution of hens and ducks.
Minister of State for Law and in-charge District Pradipsinhji Jadeja said the government took help of satellite technology to map forest density and accordingly distributed 9.365 acre forest land titles to the tribal. Members of Parliament Ramsinh Rathwa and legislators Gulsinhji and Abhesinh Tadvi also spoke on the occasion.
Others present on the occasion included Parliamentary Secretary Yogesh Patel, District Panchayat President Sudhaben Parmar, heads of religious groups, office-bearers, senior and prominent citizens of the town and district.
Today the youth of India is full of new confidence, succeeding in every sector: PM Modi
December 23, 2024
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Rozgar Melas are empowering the youth and unlocking their potential, Best wishes to the newly inducted appointees: PM
Today the youth of India is full of new confidence, succeeding in every sector: PM
The country had been feeling the need for a modern education system for decades to build a new India, Through the National Education Policy, the country has now moved forward in that direction: PM
Our effort is to make women self-reliant in every field: PM
Namaskar!
My cabinet colleagues, other dignitaries from across the country, and my young friends!
I returned from Kuwait late last night. There, I had an extensive meeting with Indian youth and professionals, engaging in meaningful discussions. Now, upon my return, my very first programme is with the youth of our nation—a delightful coincidence indeed. Today marks a significant milestone for thousands of young individuals like you. A new chapter in your lives is unfolding. Your years of dreams have come to fruition, and your relentless efforts have borne fruit. This passing year of 2024 is leaving you and your families with newfound joy. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to each of you and your families on this remarkable achievement.
Friends,
Maximising the potential and talent of Bharat's youth remains the foremost priority of our government. We have been steadfastly working towards this goal through initiatives like Rozgar Melas (job fairs). Over the past decade, a comprehensive campaign to provide government jobs has been underway across various ministries, departments, and institutions. Even today, more than 71,000 young individuals have been handed appointment letters. In the last one and a half years alone, our government has provided permanent government jobs to nearly 10 lakh youth—a record in itself. Such a mission-driven approach to offering permanent employment within the Government has never been witnessed under any previous administration. Moreover, these opportunities are being provided with absolute honesty and transparency. I take pride in the fact that young individuals, nurtured in this transparent tradition, are serving the nation with utmost dedication and integrity.
Friends,
The progress of any nation is intrinsically linked to the efforts, capabilities, and leadership of its youth. Bharat has resolved to emerge as a developed nation by 2047, and we firmly believe in this aspiration. Our confidence stems from the fact that Bharat's talented youth are at the heart of every policy and decision. Over the past decade, initiatives such as Make in India, Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan, Startup India, Stand Up India, and Digital India have all been crafted with the youth as their focal point. Bharat has reformed policies in sectors like space and defence manufacturing, empowering its youth to take full advantage of these opportunities. Today, Bharat's youth radiate confidence, excelling in every domain. We have ascended to become the world’s fifth-largest economy and boast the third-largest startup ecosystem globally. When a young individual embarks on a startup journey today, a robust ecosystem supports them. Similarly, when a youth envisions a career in sports, they can do so with unwavering confidence without the fear of failing. Modern facilities, ranging from training to competitive tournaments, are being established to ensure success. Across various sectors, we are witnessing a remarkable transformation. Bharat is now the world’s second-largest mobile manufacturer. From renewable energy to organic farming, from the space sector to defence, and from tourism to wellness, the nation is scaling new heights and creating unprecedented opportunities.
Friends,
We must cultivate the talents of our youth to propel the nation forward, a responsibility that rests largely with our education system. For decades, the nation has felt the need for a modern educational framework to build a new Bharat. With the National Education Policy, we have embarked on this transformative journey. The education system, which once constrained students with its rigidity, now offers them a wealth of new opportunities. Initiatives like Atal Tinkering Labs and modern PM-SHRI schools are fostering an innovative mindset from an early age. Previously, language posed a significant barrier for rural, Dalit, backward, and tribal youth. To address this, we introduced policies enabling education and examinations in regional languages. Today, our government allows recruitment examinations to be conducted in 13 different languages. Additionally, to empower the youth in border districts, we have increased their recruitment quotas and initiated special recruitment drives. As a result, more than 50,000 young individuals have received appointment letters for positions in the Central Armed Police Forces. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all these young people.
Friends,
Today also marks the birth anniversary of Chaudhary Charan Singh ji. Our government is privileged to have conferred the Bharat Ratna upon Chaudhary Sahab this year. I pay my respectful tribute to him. We celebrate this day as Kisan Diwas or National Farmer's Day, and on this occasion, I salute all the farmers of our nation, our food providers.
Friends,
Chaudhary Sahab often remarked that Bharat would advance only if its rural areas flourished. Today, our government’s policies and decisions are creating new employment and self-employment opportunities in rural Bharat. A substantial number of young people have found meaningful employment in the agricultural sector, engaging in work that aligns with their aspirations. Under the Gobardhan Yojana, the construction of hundreds of biogas plants has not only generated electricity but also provided jobs to thousands of youth. The integration of hundreds of agricultural markets into the e-NAM Yojana has opened numerous employment avenues. Similarly, the government’s decision to increase ethanol blending to 20 per cent has not only benefited farmers but also created jobs in the sugar sector. By establishing nearly 9,000 Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs), we have enabled farmers to access new markets while creating employment in rural areas. Today, the government is implementing the world’s largest food storage scheme, building thousands of warehouses. This initiative is poised to generate significant employment and self-employment opportunities. Recently, the government launched the Bima Sakhi Yojana with the aim of providing insurance coverage to every citizen in the country. This programme will also create numerous job opportunities in rural regions. Whether through the Drone Didi Abhiyan, Lakhpati Didi Abhiyan, or the Bank Sakhi Yojana, all these initiatives are driving new employment opportunities in agriculture and rural areas.
Friends,
Today, thousands of young women have been given appointment letters. Your success will serve as an inspiration for countless other women. We are committed to empowering women in every sphere of life. Our decision to grant 26 weeks of maternity leave has safeguarded the careers of lakhs of women, ensuring that their aspirations remain intact. Our government has worked tirelessly to eliminate every obstacle hindering the progress of women. For years after independence, many girls were compelled to abandon their education due to the absence of separate toilets in schools. We addressed this issue through the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. The Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana has ensured that financial constraints no longer obstruct girls' education. Our government opened Jan Dhan accounts for 30 crore women, enabling them to receive direct benefits from government schemes. Women have also gained access to collateral-free loans under the Mudra Yojana. In the past, women often managed entire households, yet property ownership was rarely in their names. Today, the majority of homes provided under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana are registered in women’s names. Initiatives such as Poshan Abhiyan, Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan, and Ayushman Bharat have significantly improved women’s access to healthcare. Through the Nari Shakti Vandan Act, women have secured reservations in the Vidhan Sabha and Lok Sabha. Our society and country are rapidly advancing towards women-led development.
Friends,
The young professionals receiving appointment letters today will become part of a modernised government system. Over the last 10 years, the outdated image of government offices and their functioning has been transformed. Today, we witness increased efficiency and productivity among government employees, a success achieved through their dedication and hard work. You have reached this milestone due to your eagerness to learn and your determination to excel. Maintain this same enthusiasm throughout your career. The iGOT Karmayogi platform will support your continuous learning journey. It offers over 1,600 diverse courses, enabling you to gain knowledge on various subjects effectively and within a short timeframe. You are young and represent the strength of our nation. There is no goal that our youth cannot accomplish. Begin this new chapter with renewed energy and purpose. Once again, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all the youngsters who have received appointment letters today. My best wishes for a bright and successful future.
Distributing government assistance and gadgets to the beneficiaries during the Garib Kalyan Mela, he said that the tribal, poor, dalits and have-nots of Gujarat have by now recognized who are exploiting them and have thus joined the present government. Having failed to woo the poor, he said, they are now targeting the middle class as the vote bank, which is unlikely to happen.
