The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, has given the green light to various significant decisions totaling over Rs 18,000 crore. These decisions aim to enhance irrigation, farm mechanisation, women’s safety, rural development, and healthcare in the state. One of the approved projects includes the Midwas Medium Irrigation Project in Sagar district, receiving Rs 286.26 crore for irrigation across 27 villages, benefiting numerous farmers directly.
To modernize agriculture, the government has allocated Rs 2,250 crore for the sub-mission on Agricultural Mechanisation (SMAM). This funding will support agricultural mechanisation, establish custom hiring centers managed by rural youth, handle crop residue, and offer subsidies on hand-operated and bullock-drawn implements for forest-dwelling farmers.
In a significant move towards women’s safety and empowerment, the Cabinet has allocated Rs 240.42 crore for the continued operation of initiatives like Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, One Stop Centres, and Women Helpline-181 for the next five years. Moreover, the approval has been granted for establishing eight new One Stop Centres in various locations across the state.
For rural development, a sum of Rs 3,553.35 crore has been sanctioned to support the Prime Minister’s Poshan Shakti and Mid-Day Meal schemes, along with other programs under the Panchayat and Rural Development Department. Additionally, the Cabinet has approved Rs 1,005 crore to ensure uninterrupted health services under the Bhopal Gas Tragedy Relief and Rehabilitation Department until March 31, 2031.
Furthermore, Rs 1,674 crore has been cleared with Central assistance for the establishment of new medical colleges over the next five years. Notably, the Public Works Department has received administrative approval for various development works worth Rs 10,801 crore. Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has emphasized that these decisions aim to position Madhya Pradesh as a leading state in agriculture, women’s welfare, health, and infrastructure, reflecting a commitment to balanced and inclusive development across rural and urban areas.
