MP CM marks end of Jal Ganga campaign with call for people's movement to conserve water
Bhopal, June 30
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Tuesday said that water conservation should become a people's movement as he marked the conclusion of the month-long Jal Ganga Conservation Campaign in Rajgarh district.
The Chief Minister visited the Bhainswa Mata temple, where he offered prayers at the sacred Doodh Talaiya and sought prosperity and well-being for the state's people. He also planted a sapling and reviewed the proposed development and beautification plan of the temple complex.
Addressing a gathering, Yadav said the success of environmental initiatives depends on active public participation.
"Water conservation, tree plantation and cleanliness cannot succeed through government efforts alone. They become meaningful only when every citizen joins the campaign," the Chief Minister said.
The Jal Ganga Conservation Campaign was launched by the state government to promote water harvesting, rejuvenation of rivers and ponds, and public awareness about protecting natural resources. The campaign concluded on Tuesday with programmes organised across Madhya Pradesh.
During the Rajgarh event, Yadav distributed tricycles to persons with disabilities and wished them a life of dignity and self-reliance. He also handed over 11 electric vehicles to women associated with Lakhpati Didi self-help groups to strengthen their livelihood opportunities.
The Chief Minister praised the Paryavaran Premi Sanrakshan Samiti of Biaora for manufacturing eco-bricks from plastic waste, describing the initiative as an example of how local communities can contribute to environmental protection.
Referring to the campaign's broader objective, Yadav said, "The Jal Ganga Conservation Campaign has strengthened public awareness about protecting water sources. This spirit of public participation should continue even after the campaign has concluded."
During the event, the Chief Minister was welcomed with traditional tribal dances and cultural performances at the temple premises. Young girls greeted him with a ceremonial kalash in keeping with local customs.
The state government has maintained that conservation of water bodies, plantation drives and community participation will remain central to its environmental agenda beyond the conclusion of the campaign.
— IANS
Reader Comments
CM Yadav's emphasis on public participation is spot on. But I wish the campaign had more tangible results to show - like actual water table improvements in drought-prone areas. Still, every step counts. Also loved the EV distribution to Lakhpati Didi groups - empowering women economically while being eco-friendly is a win-win!
As someone from Rajgarh, I appreciate this. Our ponds have been drying up for years. But talk is cheap - let's see if the government follows up with maintenance of these water harvesting structures. Also, distributing tricycles to disabled persons shows some social consciousness. Good mix of environmental and welfare work.
Nice to see Indian states taking water conservation seriously. The temple visit and cultural performances add a nice touch of local tradition. Wish more countries would adopt this holistic approach to environmental issues. The eco-brick initiative is particularly innovative!
Good initiative, but why always temple visits and photo sessions? Show us the groundwater recharge numbers, the revived rivers, the reduced water scarcity in villages. We need data, not just ceremonies. Still, credit where due - at least they're talking about it. Let's hold them accountable later!
The tribal dance welcome and kalash ceremony show respect for our cultural roots. But water conservation should be a daily habit, not a one-month campaign. I hope schools and colleges in MP take this forward. Imagine if every student planted one tree and saved one bucket of water daily! 🌿💧
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