Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said that the government is working on a comprehensive roadmap for overall development, with a strong focus on the development of sports. Both sports and athletes are top priorities, and the government is taking all necessary steps to support and encourage players. Speaking at the Pankh Sports Achievement Award-2025, organized by a private media group at Jehanuma Palace on Saturday, Chief Minister Yadav emphasized the significance of International Women’s Day, recognizing it as a day dedicated to celebrating women. He expressed the government’s pride in honouring state and national-level sports talents who have brought glory to the state. The event was attended by Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Backward Classes and Minority Welfare, Denotified, Nomadic and Semi Nomadic Welfare, Krishna Gaur, CMD of Bansal Group Sunil Bansal, along with other dignitaries, athletes, and their sponsors (Pankhs).
Yadav shared the story of Lord Krishna's birth, emphasizing that Krishna was born to highlight the importance of social concern. Through his remarkable personality, he awakened social consciousness. Yadav stated that the support extended by society to emerging athletes is a true reflection of our social vibrancy. He also praised the organizers for hosting such a significant and commendable event.
Yadav highlighted several impactful decisions taken by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in public interest, including the rapid production of vaccines during COVID-19, the implementation of lockdowns to curb the pandemic, demonetization, and surgical strikes. He emphasized that all these decisions were made in the national interest and serve as an inspiration for everyone. Chief Minister Yadav stated that governance must always uphold Rajdharma, which sometimes requires making tough decisions. Over the past year, the government has taken several significant steps for public welfare. He assured that the state’s development will be inclusive, with dedicated efforts to support and promote sportspersons. Emphasizing the role of public participation in democracy, he noted that the country’s progress depends on the collective involvement of its citizens. Every voter contributes to national development, and every government decision is guided by public sentiment. He urged everyone to continue working toward the nation’s progress and to uplift society with social inspiration, calling it both a national and civic duty.
Minister of State (Independent Charge) Krishna Gaur stated that Chief Minister Mohan Yadav is propelling the development of Madhya Pradesh forward at a remarkable pace. She highlighted the historic achievement of securing an investment of Rs 30.77 lakh crore during the successful Global Investors Summit (GIS) in Bhopal. On Women’s Day, under the leadership of Chief Minister Dr. Yadav, women have been entrusted with responsibilities ranging from security to driving—an empowering step that honours the strength of women. She emphasized that Madhya Pradesh is steadily progressing under the Chief Minister’s leadership. Gaur also underscored the role of young athletes as the future of the nation, urging them to work with dedication and patriotism. She reiterated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s GYAN mission focuses on the welfare of the poor, farmers, women, and youth, and that young people are actively carrying forward the spirit of patriotism. She praised the organizers for recognizing and honouring talented sportspersons, calling it a commendable initiative.
During the programme, Chief Minister Yadav honoured the emerging athletes of Madhya Pradesh and their sponsors on behalf of the organizers. As part of the initiative, 45 promising young players received an incentive of Rs 51,000 each from the organizers.