Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has said that Tribal Pride Day is an occasion for the manifestation of joy. The birth anniversary of Amar Shaheed Bhagwan Birsa Munda on November 15 will prove to be a day that will change the lives of tribal brethren.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the programs for the development and welfare of tribes. Tribals coming from different districts of the state to attend the meeting of Prime Minister Modi are our guests. Those coming to the capital will be welcomed with respect and hospitality in accordance with the rich tradition of Bhopal. Many social and private organizations are also eager to welcome.
Chouhan said that vehicles coming during Tribal Pride Day will be exempted from toll tax. Chouhan was virtually addressing a meeting organized in connection with the Tribal Pride Day event from his residence. Former Minister Rampal Singh, Principal Secretary Tribal Affairs Pallavi Jain Govil, Principal Secretary at Chief Minister's Secretariat Manish Rastogi, Commissioner Public Relations Sudam Khade and other officers were present. Chouhan held discussions with the members of the Cabinet, public representatives, state level officers and district collectors regarding the arrangements.
The Chief Minister said that this program is a topic for discussion in the entire country and is a top priority program. Arrangements for safe transportation of all the guests, their accommodation and food must be adequate. It is our responsibility to ensure the safety of the tribals coming from and returning to different districts.
Chouhan said that ambulances must come along with buses coming from the districts which are far away. Along with this, mechanics should also be brought along with the buses, so that there is no obstruction in the way.
It was informed in the meeting that fitness testing of buses is being done to ensure safe transportation. Along with this, arrangements have also been made to test the drivers on the way with the help of breath analyzer.