On the occasion of the birth anniversary of Baba Guru Ghasidas on Friday, the Chhattisgarh government announced the launch of welfare projects, an award and a research centre.
Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel made the announcements at a programme organized by Guru Ghasidas Seva Samiti in Bhilai Sector 6, a press release said.
He said that at Nava Raipur, a research centre and a museum will be established in the name of Guru Ghasidas.
Likewise, in Municipal Corporations across the state, diagnostic centres will be named after Mini Mata.
He also announced an award in the name of renowned Panthi dancer late Devdas Banjare. The award will be given to Panthi artists.
The Chief Minister also announced opening a 200-seat hostel in Raipur for Scheduled Caste students.
“Baba Guru Ghasidas had said that everyone is equal and this principle of equality is an important part of our Constitution. Babaji had preached truth and non-violence which is important for life,” he said.
Urban Administration Minister Dr Shivkumar Daharia said Chhattisgarh is moving on the path shown by Baba Guru Ghasidas.