The State Cabinet has granted an administrative approval of Rs 1706 crore for ground water-to-irrigation scheme under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana (Har Khet ko Pani). The States share in this will be Rs 682 crore 40 lakh, 40 thousand. Under this scheme, five districts of Madhya Pradesh including Mandla, Dindori, Shahdol, Umaria and Singrauli will be selected and borewells will be constructed from ground water sources to provide irrigation facility in 62135 hectare area.
The Cabinet has approved the creation of 30 posts of male nurses by dedicating 34 vacant posts of Pharmacist Grade-2 of the Jail Department. This will enhance medical facility in jails. Quick and effective treatment will be provided to the prisoners.
The Cabinet has taken a decision on the structure and formation of Madhya Pradesh State Backward Class Commission. In this, five non-government members will be appointed for having knowledge of issues related to backward classes and their work. Out of this, one member will be appointed as the Chairman of the Commission and other members as Deputy Chairman.
The Chairman and at least two other members shall belong to the Backward Class. A woman member will also be appointed.