Bhopal/Chhindwara: CM Mohan Yadav on Thursday said the welfare of every section of society – including farmers, women, labourers, youth and the poor – remains the core objective of the Madhya Pradesh government, as he dedicated 105 development projects worth over ₹500 crore to Chhindwara district and transferred more than ₹620 crore directly to beneficiaries under welfare schemes.
Addressing a public programme in Chhindwara, the Chief Minister said the state is progressing in step with national development under the leadership of Narendra Modi, and emphasised that farmers and soldiers hold equal importance in the government’s priorities.
₹157 Crore Released to 7,008 Labourers Under Sambal Scheme
During the programme, Dr. Yadav transferred ₹157 crore into the accounts of 7,008 labourers across the state under the Mukhyamantri Jan Kalyan Sambal Yojana with a single click.
The Sambal Scheme is designed to provide social security support to unorganised workers and labour families through direct financial assistance.
₹463 Crore Sent to 55 Lakh Pension Beneficiaries
The Chief Minister also transferred ₹463 crore to more than 55 lakh beneficiaries enrolled under various social security pension schemes operating in the state.
Beneficiaries of multiple welfare schemes were handed sanction letters and assistance certificates during the programme as part of the government’s direct benefit transfer exercise.
Chhindwara Receives 105 Development Projects Worth Over ₹500 Crore
Dr. Yadav announced and inaugurated 105 development projects valued at more than ₹500 crore for Chhindwara district.
Among the major projects is the Tamia–Junnardeo road, constructed at a cost of ₹133 crore, aimed at improving inter-district connectivity and easing regional transport movement.
Other projects include:
- works under the Nal-Jal scheme
- police residential quarters
- secondary school buildings
- hostels
- multiple district-level infrastructure works
He also announced the construction of a new building for Chhindwara University.
2026 Declared ‘Year of Farmer Welfare’
The Chief Minister reiterated that 2026 has been designated as the ‘Year of Farmer Welfare’ in Madhya Pradesh.
He said farmers in the state are already receiving ₹12,000 annual financial assistance, while women under the Ladli Behna Yojana are receiving ₹1,500 every month.
According to him, the next phase of agricultural policy will focus on increasing farmers’ income through diversification beyond traditional crop cultivation.
Farmers Encouraged to Expand into Allied Sectors
Dr. Yadav said farmers are being encouraged to supplement income through:
- animal husbandry
- dairy farming
- fisheries
- horticulture
- food processing
He stated that the objective is to double farmers’ earnings and strengthen rural prosperity, calling the present period a “golden era” for the state’s agrarian economy.
Religious Development Linked with Infrastructure Push
On the occasion of Maha Ashtami, the Chief Minister inaugurated the event by lighting a ceremonial lamp and performing Kanya Pujan.
He also extended greetings to the people of the state ahead of Ram Navami.
Dr. Yadav said Chhindwara has received a gift of nearly ₹500 crore, while Pandhurna has received projects worth more than ₹350 crore.
Shri Hanuman Lok and Ram Heritage Projects Highlighted
The Chief Minister said he had the privilege of inaugurating Shri Hanuman Lok near Chhindwara and Pandhurna, and linked the project to broader religious tourism development in the state.
He said that after the construction of the temple in Ayodhya, Madhya Pradesh is actively developing Chitrakoot Dham and advancing work on the Shri Ram Gaman Path across the state.
Facilities are also being expanded at:
- Mahakaleshwar Temple
- Sharda Devi Temple
Chhindwara Airport, Health Centres and Education Projects Announced
Bunty Vivek Sahu, who also addressed the event, said the state government has sanctioned 84 sub-health centres for tribal areas of Chhindwara.
He added that new schools, hostels and airport development in Chhindwara will strengthen long-term regional identity and connectivity.
The airport project, he said, will give Chhindwara a distinct development profile in the state.
Public Representatives Attend Programme
Several public representatives and district officials were present during the programme, which combined welfare distribution, project inauguration and religious observances.
The event marked one of the major district-level development announcements by the state government in recent weeks.
