MP CM extends greetings on Hindu New Year, prays for prosperity of state
Bhopal, March 19
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Thursday extended greetings to the residents of state on the occasion of Chaitra Shukla Pratipada, which marks the beginning of Hindu New Year with Navratri and Gudi Padwa.
The Chief Minister offered prayers and sought from the Almighty - happiness, prosperity, and progress of the state, while also wishing for positivity, happiness, and peace in the lives of all the citizens.
"May all our resolutions be fulfilled in this new year, may prosperity come to every courtyard, and may the state scale new heights of progress-this is my heartfelt wish to the people of Madhya Pradesh," Yadav wrote on X.
On the auspicious occasion, the Chief Minister is set to kick-start the third phase of the statewide 'Jal Ganga Samvardhan' (water conservation) campaign from the bank of River Shipra in Ujjain.
The campaign focuses on water conservation, rejuvenating rivers, and restoring traditional water structures like stepwells.
Marking the third year of the campaign covering both urban and rural areas, Yadav called on urban and rural local bodies to actively engage all sections of society in restoring wells, stepwells and rivers.
"Madhya Pradesh is the home of rivers; therefore, water conservation is both a responsibility and a tradition for all of us. In the past two years, we have all together transformed the 'Jal Ganga Samvardhan Abhiyan' into a powerful people's movement at the national level. This year too, we must take the campaign forward with the same resolve and energy," CM Yadav said.
The state government recently shared that over 3,000 water sources have already been rejuvenated in urban areas. Last year, more than 86,000 farm ponds and over 550 Amrit Sarovars were created in rural areas for water conservation, alongside the recharge of over 100,000 wells to improve groundwater levels.
For river rejuvenation, 57 major rivers and 194 polluted water bodies have been identified for treatment. A Gangotri Green Scheme has been initiated to support ecological development in the origin areas of nearly 145 rivers.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Good wishes are welcome, but actions speak louder. The numbers shared on rejuvenated water sources are impressive on paper. The real test is whether these projects are sustainable and actually improve water access for farmers and villages in the long summer months. Hope the campaign delivers on-ground results.
Nav Varsh ki hardik shubhkamnaye! Starting the water campaign from Ujjain on Gudi Padwa is a perfect blend of tradition and modern necessity. Our ancestors built amazing stepwells, it's our duty to restore them. More power to this people's movement!
As someone who has visited MP, the water scarcity in some regions is palpable. Focusing on 57 major rivers and groundwater recharge is critical. The Gangotri Green Scheme for river origins sounds promising. Hope this brings prosperity and green cover to the state. Happy New Year to all celebrating!
While I appreciate the focus on water, a Chief Minister's greeting on a Hindu New Year should be inclusive of all citizens of the state. Madhya Pradesh is home to people of many faiths. Wishes for prosperity and peace should be for everyone, unconditionally.
The statistics are encouraging – 86,000 farm ponds! If maintained well, this can be a game-changer for rural livelihoods. Water is the real wealth. A very positive initiative to start the new year with. May the state scale new heights! 🌊
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