Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav stated that Madhya Pradesh is the heart of the country, and its pulse should resonate in the heartbeat of the nation. This, he said, is possible through the talent, capability, and efficiency of the youth of the state. He expressed immense pride in the selection of 60 candidates from Madhya Pradesh in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024, calling it a testament to the state’s potential. These youths, he added, will play key roles in various services across the country, making the nation feel Madhya Pradesh’s growing impact.
The Chief Minister was addressing a felicitation and interaction program for the selected candidates at the Kushabhau Thakre Auditorium in Bhopal.
During the ceremony, Chief Minister Dr. Yadav presented mementos and copies of a book on India’s knowledge traditions to the selected candidates as a mark of honor. He also launched the e-Gyan Setu YouTube Channeland unveiled a publication titled "Madhya Pradesh ki Pratibhāon ka Parcham" (Banner of Madhya Pradesh’s Talents). A short film on e-Gyan Setu and the successful candidates was screened on the occasion.
Also present at the event were Higher Education Minister Shri Inder Singh Parmar, Director of the Madhya Pradesh Hindi Granth Academy Shri Ashok Kadel, candidates, and other senior officials.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav highlighted the vital contribution of civil servants in establishing India as a robust democratic nation post-independence. He said it is a hallmark of Indian democracy that even individuals from humble backgrounds can rise to leadership positions in the country.