Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav has said it is a matter of pride and joy for the people of Madhya Pradesh that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Bhopal on May 31. The Prime Minister will address a large Women’s Convention at Jamboree Ground in Bhopal.
Dedicated to the 300th birth anniversary of Lokmata Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar, this convention will mark the beginning of the commemorative year and will focus on women’s empowerment and self-reliance.
Commemorative postage stamp and coin to be released
Around one lakh women are expected to participate in the convention. The event is being organised by the Department of Panchayat and Rural Development, Government of Madhya Pradesh, with support from the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. A commemorative postage stamp and coin in honour of Lokmata Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar will also be released during the programme.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav was addressing a review meeting at Samatva Bhavan, located at the CM’s residence. The convention will showcase major schemes and achievements related to women’s empowerment in Madhya Pradesh.
Special stalls will be set up at the venue
Special stalls will be set up at the venue, highlighting the innovations of Self-Help Groups, women-led start-ups, initiatives in industry and employment, the Safe City Project, and other women-centric programmes run by various departments.
The CM emphasised that women are playing a vital role in urban local bodies, panchayats, government services, and self-help groups. Their contributions have also increased in professional fields such as engineering, medicine, and education. He directed that women should be entrusted with the complete management of the event, including stage anchoring, crowd control, traffic regulation, media handling, and security arrangements. This initiative, he said, will serve as a powerful example of women’s empowerment in Madhya Pradesh.
Prakash Kumar Pandey