Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has stated that the foundational spirit of Indian governance has always been anchored in local self-governance, where administration begins at the village level and extends all the way to Bharat. As a result, Indian philosophy regards the village as the first unit of self-rule and self-reliance. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for Atmanirbhar Bharat and good governance stresses that India’s strength lies in the collective power of its villages, panchayats, and people.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav described the workshop focused on ‘Atmanirbhar Panchayat-Samridhh Madhya Pradesh’ as a decisive step towards Gram Swaraj, local self-reliance and a developed Bharat by 2047. He praised the leadership of panchayat representatives in shaping strategies that make panchayats administratively efficient, financially strong, and communally self-reliant.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav stated that the state government is committed to strengthening panchayat institutions. He announced administrative reforms ensuring that suggestions made by district and block panchayat vice presidents during school inspections will now be recorded and implemented. Sarpanches have been authorised to spend up to ₹25 lakh for panchayat activities, a starting step, with more initiatives to follow.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav inaugurated the workshop and the Watershed Festival, organised under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana (Watershed Development 2.0), at the Kushabhau Thakre International Convention Centre on Monday. He honoured officers, employees, partner organisations and knowledge partners for their outstanding work in the Jal Ganga Conservation Campaign, and also posed for a group photograph with the awardees. The Chief Minister received a commemorative memento from Panchayat and Rural Development Minister Shri Prahlad Patel. Several local representatives, subject experts and senior officials were present on the occasion. The workshop will continue until November 26.