Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has said that Dindori will play a significant role in establishing the Herbal Park at official residence of Vice President at New Delhi. He stressed on undertaking intensive research works for treatment of sickle cell anemia. Dhankhar said that awareness of sickle cell anemia requires coordinated efforts at all levels. A social movement is a must involving researchers, social workers, and doctors.
Dhankhar expressed confidence that under the leadership of Governor Mangubhai Patel and Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, Madhya Pradesh will continue to advance socially, economically, and culturally. Vice President Dhankhar was addressing the state-level World Sickle Cell Day-2024 program in Dindori. Deputy Chief Minister Shukla welcomed the guests and briefed about the ongoing initiatives aimed at eradicating sickle cell anemia.
Governor Patel, Chief Minister Dr. Yadav and Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla, Panchayat and Rural and Labour Department Minister Prahlad Patel, MP Faggan Singh Kulaste and Sudesh Dhankhar, wife of Vice President Dhankhar were present.
Tribal artists welcomed the Vice President. Vice President Dhankhar gave the message of environmental protection by planting saplings at the venue. He visited the exhibition organized by Women and Child Development, Panchayat and Rural Development, Public Health and Family Welfare, AYUSH, and other departments.
Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav welcomed Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar. Additionally, Dr. Yadav presented a Gond painting to the Vice President. Deputy Chief Minister Shukla welcomed Governor Mangubhai Patel and Chief Minister Yadav. A short film highlighting efforts to control sickle cell anemia was screened.
Dhankhar underlined the role tribes in Indian cultural and social fabric. The appointment of Draupadi Murmu as President will be recorded in the history. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the India's economy is witnessing rapid progress, surpassing countries like Brazil, Canada, England, and France. With the continued contributions of the tribal communities, India aims to surpass even Germany and Japan. Prime Minister Modi has committed to transforming India into a developed nation by 2047 and completely eradicating sickle cell anemia.
Dhankhar referred to Prime Minister Modi's announcement he made from Shahdol district in July 2023, wherein the National Sickle Cell Anemia Elimination Mission-2047 was launched. Stressing on collective efforts, he emphasized that the mission to eradicate sickle cell is underway and requires contributions from all. The government's vision is clear to address genetic diseases like sickle cell anemia with amended Ayushman Bharat scheme.
Addressing the holistic approach to eradication, Vice President Dhankhar commended the state government's leadership. He apprised himself of abundant biodiversity and medicinal plants in Dindori and neighboring districts. He underscored the special provisions for tribes in the Indian Constitution, highlighting the vast mineral resources in tribal areas. Special initiatives by Prime Minister Modi for the development of these tribal areas have been acknowledged.
Vice President Dhankhar acknowledged Chief Minister Yadav's focus, highlighting the priority placed on eradicating sickle cell disease and advancing tribal development from the onset. The choice of Jabalpur for the inaugural Cabinet meeting underscores Dr. Yadav's commitment to tribal welfare, while his decision on loudspeaker usage reflects sensitivity. Under Dr. Yadav's leadership, Madhya Pradesh will continue to lead.
