Kanker, Chhattisgarh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Chhattisgarh’s ‘Har Ghar Munga-Ghar Ghar Munga’ campaign during the 138th episode of his popular radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’. Prime Minister Modi’s mention of the campaign was welcomed by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, who described it as a matter of pride for the entire state.
On Monday, Chief Minister Sai listened to the Prime Minister’s programme along with villagers and local residents at the Eklavya Model Residential School in Lamkanhar village, located in the Antagarh development block of Kanker district.
After Chhattisgarh’s Munga campaign was highlighted during the programme, Chief Minister Sai said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi uses ‘Mann Ki Baat’ to provide a national platform to positive changes and innovations taking place through public participation in different parts of the country.
He said that the Prime Minister’s continued recognition of Chhattisgarh’s initiatives is an appreciation of the hard work and participation of the people of the state. Such recognition gives local initiatives a wider identity and motivates people to undertake more impactful work.
Focus on Development in Naxal-Affected Areas
Chief Minister Sai said that new opportunities for peace, development, and prosperity are emerging in Naxal-affected areas. He said the government is working to connect people in these regions with the mainstream of development and strengthen basic facilities, including education.
For the development of Lamkanhar, the Chief Minister also announced development works worth ₹85 lakh. He said that priority would be given to improving education and other development-related facilities in the area.
The Chief Minister said that the government, along with active participation from local residents, is working to bring positive changes to remote areas through various development schemes. He described Prime Minister Modi’s appreciation of the ‘Har Ghar Munga’ campaign as a recognition of the collective efforts of the people of Chhattisgarh.
