Cleanliness is Key to Divine Blessings, Says Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav

Jabalpur, November 14 (Daily Kiran) : Chief Minister Mohan Yadav of Madhya Pradesh highlighted the significance of cleanliness during a recent event in Jabalpur. He stated that without respecting the broom, a symbol of cleanliness, individuals cannot expect blessings from Goddess Lakshmi.

Speaking at the “Safai Mitra Samman” ceremony held at Manas Bhavan, Yadav honored sanitation workers dedicated to cleanliness and acknowledged their contributions. He praised their efforts as crucial for building a clean and beautiful society.

Yadav noted that Jabalpur, known as the city of marble and blessed by Baba Mahakal, is transforming into a hub of cleanliness. He remarked that the city is gaining recognition as one of the cleanest in the country, a testament to divine grace.

He expressed pride in Jabalpur being a model of cleanliness. “Whenever cleanliness is mentioned, our Jabalpur will be referenced,” he stated. He further emphasized the cultural importance of cleanliness, particularly during the celebration of Diwali, when worshiping Goddess Mahalaxmi involves honoring the broom.

The Chief Minister also referenced Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s initiatives aimed at honoring sanitation workers and providing them with necessary tools through the Namaste scheme. Additionally, he mentioned plans to benefit sanitation workers under the Ayushman scheme.

Yadav announced the establishment of an economic corridor connecting Jabalpur, Bhopal, Indore, and Ujjain, along with plans to set up a university in Jabalpur as part of the region’s comprehensive development. He noted the achievements of cities like Gwalior, Indore, and Ujjain in setting cleanliness records, assuring that the state government is committed to waste processing and solid waste management projects.