On the occasion of International Literacy Day, Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel has extended hearty wishes to people of the state.
Baghel in his message said that this day is all about creating awareness on important of literacy. “This day is all about illuminating the society with awareness, peace and prosperity with the light of literacy,” he added.
He appealed people to pledge that they would contribute in building Nava Chhattisgarh with 100% literacy as well as 100% digital literacy.
“Literacy is the first door to the magnificent world of education. Literacy and education, education and development are directly connected,” the Chief Minister said.
He said that as per an estimate, nearly 25% population of the state is illiterate, and to achieve the goal of 100% literacy, individual interest and community participation is required.
Baghel said that keeping in view the outreach of information technology and its influence on lives of common people, 'Chief Minister Functional Literacy Programme' has been launched. It is first of its kind initiative in the country. Chief Minister has expressed hope that this programme would benefit the masses.