Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has said that no new liquor factory or shop will be opened in Madhya Pradesh. He said that the State Government has decided to award scholarships to students of general category also.
Chouhan was addressing an 'Aao Banayen Apna Madhya Pradesh' convention at Khargone on Wednesday. On the occasion, he inaugurated and laid foundation stones for 52 construction works costing Rs 18.18 crore. The Chief Minister distributed Rs 84 crore to over 17,000 beneficiaries of various schemes. The Chief Minister said that a Mirch Mandi will be opened at Khargone. He directed to start process in this regard at the earliest. He said that a network of roads, cottage and small industries will be laid in Khargone district. This will provide better facilities and new employment opportunities. He said that it has been decided to constitute Middle Class Commission to understand and effectively solve problems of middle class.
Chouhan said that food security has been provided to the poor in the State. Its object is that poor families can purchase whole month's ration for just one day's wages and spend remaining 29 days' income on other necessities. He said that 15 lakh houses will be constructed for the poor in next 5 years.
The Chief Minister said that Government alone cannot develop Madhya Pradesh as a golden State. Every section of society will have to contribute their mite. He administered 'Aao Banayen Apna Madhya Pradesh Yatra' pledge on the occasion. He urged people to plant maximum number of saplings, conserve village's water in village itself, send all children to schools, maintain sanitation and hygiene, shun addiction and ensure respect to girls and women.
He also worshipped girls' feet. Food and Civil Supplies Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah, MP Makand Singh Solanki, MlAs, other public representatives, administrative officers and large number of people were present on the occasion.