CM Bhajanlal Sharma Launches Projects Worth Rs 1,000 Crore in Bharatpur
Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma inaugurates and lays foundation stones for projects worth nearly Rs 1,000 crore across Bharatpur division.
In a massive boost to infrastructure and regional development, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for various developmental projects totaling nearly Rs 1,000 crore across the Bharatpur division. Speaking at a ceremony held in Bidyari, within the Bayana area of Bharatpur district, the Chief Minister highlighted the state's commitment to rapid progress under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The developmental package covers several districts, including Bharatpur, Dholpur, Karauli, and Sawai Madhopur. The Chief Minister detailed that the initiative includes the commencement of 184 new projects valued at over Rs 540 crore, alongside the inauguration of 65 major completed works worth approximately Rs 453 crore.
District-Wise Breakdown of Development
The Chief Minister provided a specific breakdown of how the funds are being distributed to ensure balanced growth across the division:
- Bharatpur: Received the largest share with 130 projects worth over Rs 382 crore.
- Deeg: Allocated over Rs 358 crore through 24 different works.
- Karauli: Benefiting from 43 projects valued at more than Rs 136 crore.
- Sawai Madhopur: 46 projects worth over Rs 74 crore.
- Dholpur: 6 projects totaling more than Rs 42 crore.
Focus on Water, Energy, and Healthcare
Chief Minister Sharma emphasized that the state is working toward a 'Developed Rajasthan-2047' by focusing on critical sectors. He noted that massive investments exceeding Rs 2 lakh crore are currently being channeled into the water sector, including landmark initiatives like the Yamuna Water Agreement, the Ramjal Setu Project, and the Kishau Agreement.
In the energy sector, the CM highlighted that Rajasthan is leading the nation through the PM-KUSUM scheme, with power generation capacity having increased by 10,500 megawatts. He also mentioned the commencement of production at the country's most advanced refinery.
To bolster medical infrastructure, significant investments have been made in healthcare:
- Foundation stones were laid for a state-of-the-art trauma centre and an MCH hospital in Bharatpur, costing roughly Rs 160 crore.
- 20 new medical and health projects worth over Rs 108 crore have been initiated.
- 11 completed health projects were officially inaugurated.
Empowering Youth and Farmers
Addressing the socio-economic aspects of governance, the Chief Minister spoke about the government's efforts to ensure transparency and welfare. He stated that 410 examinations have been conducted recently without any paper leaks, leading to the appointment of 1.90 lakh individuals. Currently, recruitment for 1.22 lakh posts is underway, with a calendar already released for another 1.25 lakh positions.
For the farming community, the CM announced that the state has disbursed Rs 14,395 crore to 76 lakh farmers under the Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme. Additionally, interest-free crop loans amounting to approximately Rs 67,000 crore have been provided to over 1 crore farmers to support their livelihoods.
The infrastructure overhaul also extends to roads and electricity, with 125 road projects worth over Rs 207 crore receiving foundation stones, and 14 major power sector projects worth Rs 273 crore being inaugurated to ensure stable energy supply across the region.