Madhya Pradesh Transfers Over ₹30 Crore to Tendu Leaf Collectors in Betul
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announces financial aid for tendu leaf collectors and other welfare initiatives in Betul, Madhya Pradesh.
Betul, October 31 (Daily Kiran) : In a significant financial boost for local communities, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced the transfer of over ₹30 crore to 369,000 tendu leaf collectors during an event held in Betul on October 31. This initiative aims to support the livelihoods of those involved in the collection of tendu leaves, a vital source of income for many in the region.
The event took place at the police ground in Betul, where Yadav highlighted the government’s commitment to welfare programs under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He emphasized that numerous initiatives are underway to benefit the state’s poor, farmers, youth, and women.
Yadav noted that the bonus amount distributed today is part of the rightful earnings for tendu leaf collectors from various districts, including South Betul, West Betul, North Betul, and parts of Chhindwara. To date, the government has allocated over ₹80 crore to support these collectors.
In addition to the bonus, the Chief Minister announced the transfer of more than ₹13 crore to members of village forest committees. He also mentioned the inauguration of a girls’ education complex and hostel for tribal daughters, with an investment of ₹50 crore.
The state government is also providing laptops worth ₹25,000 to students who score above 70% in board exams, along with scooters for school toppers under the merit scheme. Yadav reiterated the government’s focus on enhancing educational opportunities and employment for the youth, ensuring they can secure jobs and contribute to the economy.
Furthermore, he revealed that the recruitment process for 100,000 new positions is underway, including over 18,000 in the police department. The government has already appointed youth to 85,000 government positions and provided promotions to more than 100,000 officials and employees.
As a festive gesture, Yadav announced an additional 2% dearness allowance for employees ahead of Diwali, showcasing the government’s dedication to the welfare of its workforce.
