Gandhinagar marks 62nd Foundation Day with tree plantation, water conservation and welfare initiatives
Gandhinagar, August 2
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel attended a series of programmes at Koba Lake on the occasion of the 62nd Foundation Day of Gandhinagar city, including a tree plantation drive, a visit to a recharge well developed under the 'Catch the Rain' campaign, and the distribution of benefits to beneficiaries of various government welfare schemes.
To commemorate the State Capital's Foundation Day, the Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation organised a special celebration inspired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's environment-centric campaigns such as 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' and 'Catch the Rain'.
The event was aimed at promoting environmental conservation, rainwater harvesting, groundwater recharge, and extending the benefits of various public welfare schemes to citizens.
On the occasion, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel planted a sapling at the Koba Lake premises under the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign and inspected the recharge well constructed under the 'Catch the Rain' initiative to promote rainwater conservation. He also distributed benefits to beneficiaries of various government schemes.
During the ceremony, three sanitation workers were honoured as 'Best Sanitation Workers' for their commendable contribution to maintaining cleanliness in the city. Each received a cash award of ₹10,000, amounting to a total of ₹30,000.
Under the PM SVANidhi Scheme, symbolic loan sanction letters were presented to four beneficiaries, while a total of eight street vendors and small traders received loan assistance worth ₹2.55 lakh to support self-employment and financial independence.
Under the ICDS Supplementary Nutrition Scheme, the Chief Minister distributed nutrition kits to three beneficiaries, including adolescent girls, children, and pregnant women, with the objective of combating malnutrition.
As part of the Foundation Day celebrations, the Municipal Corporation also planned to distribute nutrition kits to 1,500 mothers across the city. Additionally, two beneficiaries were presented with Ayushman Bharat Cards to facilitate access to cashless healthcare services.
To strengthen the TB-Free India Campaign, the Chief Minister provided nutrition kits containing essential proteins and nutrients to two tuberculosis patients. Examination preparation book kits were also distributed to various schools in the city to help students perform better in government competitive examinations.
The 62nd Foundation Day celebrations of Gandhinagar evolved beyond a ceremonial event, symbolising the convergence of environmental conservation, water sustainability, and social welfare initiatives.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Nice to see sanitation workers being recognized with ₹10,000 each. These are the real heroes who keep our city clean, and their efforts often go unnoticed. Great initiative by the Municipal Corporation.
The nutrition kits for pregnant women and TB patients through ICDS is very thoughtful. 1500 mothers getting nutritional support is no small thing. But I wonder about the actual follow-through - hope the distribution is tracked properly and reaches the most vulnerable. 🙏
PM SVANidhi scheme helping street vendors get loans is great. Small traders are the backbone of our economy, and these symbolic letters can turn into big opportunities. Hope the loan processing is quick and hassle-free.
Interesting to see a city foundation day with such a strong environmental and welfare focus. The combination of 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' and recharge wells shows an integrated approach to sustainability. Good model for other cities.
Ayushman Bharat Cards being distributed is great - cashless healthcare is a lifesaver for many families. But on this foundation day, I wish the focus was a bit more on long-term urban planning and infrastructure too, not just welfare schemes. Balance is key.
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