Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has said that marriage is the most important link in our culture. It is the foundation of our society and family. Mass marriage ceremonies are symbols of support and assistance for poor and needy families. Our government always stands by economically weaker families as a friend. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav was addressing virtually during the mass marriage ceremony organized under the Mukhyamantri Kanya Vivah Yojana at the premises of the new agricultural produce market, Gotegaon, in Narsinghpur district on Wednesday. A total of 218 couples (216 daughters' marriages and 2 daughters’ nikah) were united in wedlock at the ceremony.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that our government stands by mothers, sisters, and daughters at every step to protect their interests. He said that a provision of Rs 27,147 crore has been made in our annual budget for the welfare of sisters and daughters. From Gram Sabha to the State Assembly, women have an effective presence. In government jobs, we have made a provision of up to 35% reservation for women. More than 40% of startups in the state are being run by women. In recent years, around 62 lakh rural sisters have become self-reliant through 5 lakh self-help groups. This is a matter of pride for us.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav, giving best wishes and blessings to all newlywed couples for their married life, said that out of the 16 sacraments, the marriage (panigrahan sanskar) is the most beautiful. Marriage is a union of not just two families but also of two value systems. The Chief Minister said that the state government is committed to the welfare of every section of society. The objective of the Mukhyamantri Kanya Vivah Yojana is not just to respectfully send off daughters but also to provide them with economic support for a strong beginning to their new life. He appealed to the bride and groom to benefit from various welfare schemes of the government and make their lives self-reliant and joyful.
The event was also addressed by Gotegaon MLA Mr. Mahendra Singh Nagesh. Former State Minister Mr. Jalam Singh Patel, former MLA Mr. Hakam Singh Chadhar, social worker Mr. Ramsnehi Pathak, Mahant Peetam Puri, Mr. Dadooram Patel, along with local public representatives, bride-grooms, and a large number of their family members and citizens were present.