Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav said that agriculture is the foundation of the rural economy. He urged farmers to pursue animal husbandry and milk production alongside farming, saying that these activities would bring prosperity to their farms, fields and households. The State Government is giving special attention to the rearing of improved-breed livestock to enhance farmers’ prosperity. To promote animal husbandry, the government will make one lakh heifers available to farmers every year. This will boost milk production and bring prosperity to farming households. CM Dr. Mohan Yadav was speaking after inaugurating the Livestock Farmers’ Conference and Cattle Fair at Kulaith village in Gwalior district on Friday.
CM said that farmers’ prosperity is the government’s foremost priority. Competitions for dairy farmers were organised in all Vrindavan Grams across the state, with outstanding livestock rearers receiving tractors, Bullet motorcycles, scooters and cash prizes. He also directed that Balram Krishi Mahotsavs be organised in every district as part of the government’s efforts to enhance farmers’ incomes. The CM said that Madhya Pradesh has more than 2.5 crore livestock, including over one crore cattle and the remaining buffaloes. This large livestock base provides the state with significant potential to soon emerge as the country’s leading milk producer.
CM Dr. Yadav transferred over ₹175 crore in assistance to the bank accounts of more than 7,000 workers under the Mukhyamantri Jan Kalyan (Sambal) Yojana. He also transferred ₹207.48 crore as pension assistance through a single click to more than 34.58 lakh beneficiaries under the Social Security and Pension Scheme for Persons with Disabilities. The Chief Minister also enjoyed the bullock cart race competition organised at Kulaith.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav announced ₹51 lakh for the development of Jagannath Temple in Kulaith. He also announced the construction of a one-kilometre paved road from Nihithpur to Maheshwara in the Gram Panchayat area, a paved road to Lanka Wale Hanuman Temple and another road. A community hall will also be constructed in the village in response to the residents’ request.
Animal Husbandry and Dairy Farming to Boost Farmers’ Prosperity: Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that during the Diwali festival, improved dairy cattle bring prosperity and good fortune to farmers’ households. Animal husbandry, goat rearing and poultry farming can significantly improve farmers’ livelihoods. The State Government is also strengthening basic infrastructure, including electricity, water supply and roads, to support farmers. During Krishak Kalyan Varsh, the government is working to support farmers in every possible way.
To make Madhya Pradesh the country’s leading milk producer, the State Government is providing farmers with improved-breed livestock. The Pashupalak Samelan and Pashu Mela in Gwalior are also showcasing high-quality cow and buffalo breeds. Competitions for outstanding livestock were organised in Vrindavan Grams across all development blocks on the occasion of Govardhan Pooja, and winning livestock rearers were felicitated.
Under the Gopal-Krishna Puraskar Yojana, Shri Ramveer Singh, a livestock rearer from Tekanpur, received the first prize of ₹1 lakh. His cow produces 14 litres of milk per day. Balram Krishi Mahotsavs were also organised across all 55 districts. The State Government is encouraging progressive farmers and promoting development across the agricultural value chain, from seed production to farming and exports.
