Raipur, October 5<\/p>\n
\u201cLife is incomplete without education. Education is not merely a means to secure a job, but a path to success in life. Education is the mantra of social development. Whether it is the art of living, business, agriculture, or any other field \u2014 education plays a vital role in every sphere of success,\u201d said Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, while addressing the National Fishermen Awareness Conference at Balbir Singh Juneja Indoor Stadium, Raipur.<\/p>\n
The Chief Minister said that the state government has been consistently working to strengthen the education sector since its inception. \u201cAt the time of state formation, there was only one medical college in Chhattisgarh. Today, the state has around 15 medical colleges,\u201d he said. \u201cInstitutions of national and international repute \u2014 IIT, IIIT, IIM, Law University, AIIMS and CIPET \u2014 have been established in Chhattisgarh, benefitting local students immensely.\u201d<\/p>\n
CM Sai further informed that construction of Nalanda Campuses is underway in every district of the state, providing both direction and opportunity to the youth.<\/p>\n
Highlighting the importance of social unity, the Chief Minister said, \u201cSociety must remain organized, because a strong society builds a strong nation.\u201d He cautioned that addiction is a major obstacle to social progress and urged the community to take a pledge towards de-addiction and social reform.<\/p>\n
Referring to the initiatives for fisherfolk, the Chief Minister said, \u201cUnder the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Government of India launched the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana, a revolutionary step that has elevated the standard of living of fishermen across the country.\u201d He added that, \u201cIn line with this, the Chhattisgarh Government has recently ended the contractor system at the Gangrel Dam and restored fishing rights to farmers in the submergence areas.\u201d<\/p>\n
CM Sai said that his government is continuously working to integrate the fishing community into the mainstream of development. \u201cSeveral schemes have been initiated in the fisheries sector. The state\u2019s first Aqua Park is being built at the Hasdeo Bango Reservoir at a cost of about \u20b937 crore. The park will open up new opportunities in four key areas \u2014 fish production, processing, export, and tourism,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
He also mentioned that at present, fish farming is being carried out in 800 cages at the reservoir, benefiting several local panchayats. \u201cThis is a major step towards increasing the income of our fishermen and strengthening the rural economy,\u201d the Chief Minister emphasized.<\/p>\n
CM Sai extended warm greetings and best wishes to all office-bearers of the National Fishermen Association and the hardworking fishermen and women from across the country for the successful organization of the conference.<\/p>\n
Speaking on the occasion, Union Minister of State Dr. Rajbhushan Chaudhary Nishad said that the Nishad community has a glorious history and tradition. \u201cIt is essential that the new generation learns about and takes pride in this heritage,\u201d he remarked. He added, \u201cOur visionary Prime Minister Narendra Modi has always given an esteemed place to the Nishad community. When the grand temple of Lord Ram Lalla was built in Ayodhya, Prime Minister Modi also ensured the construction of the Nishad Raj Temple on the banks of the Saryu River, thereby honoring the community. The Nishad community will always remain grateful to him for this gesture.\u201d<\/p>\n
Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma, in his address, said that the Nishad community is extremely hardworking and industrious. \u201cThe contribution of the Nishad community to the progress of society is exemplary,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
The event was also attended by MLA Sunil Soni, Chairman of Chhattisgarh Fishermen Welfare Board Bharat Matiyara, along with community leaders, office-bearers, and public representatives from across Chhattisgarh and other states.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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