In a significant display of community spirit and civic engagement, more than 28,000 citizens from Junnar taluka in Pune district have pledged to contribute to the development of India as part of the ongoing Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra. The yatra, an initiative aimed at informing rural citizens about the schemes of the Central and Maharashtra State Governments, has covered 34 villages in the taluka, garnering substantial participation and support.
Scheduled to continue until January 26, 2024, the yatra has already witnessed the active involvement of 30,123 citizens, with 9,573 women, 1,965 students, 67 athletes, and 75 local artists recognized and awarded for their participation.
As part of the yatra’s extensive outreach, health screening for 25,636 citizens has been conducted, addressing concerns such as tuberculosis and sickle cell problems. Additionally, 54 citizens have been registered under the Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana, 41 under the Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana, and 34 beneficiaries received Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Yojana Cards. The yatra has also played a role in educating farmers on natural farming practices, with 47 farmers benefiting from the information and drone demonstrations for crop spraying.
The LD Chitraratha, showcasing central and Maharashtra state government schemes, has been instrumental in attracting participation from various demographics, including senior citizens, women, students, and members of women’s self-help groups. Citizens have expressed satisfaction with the tangible benefits they are receiving directly from these schemes in their villages.
Upcoming stops on the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra include Surale on December 28 at 9 am, Tejur at 5 pm, Aldare on December 29 at 9 am, Golegaon at 5 pm, Pimpalgaon on December 30 at 9 am, Godre at 5 pm, Sitewadi on December 31 at 9 am, and Madh at 5 pm. Group Development Officer Hemant Garime has urged citizens to take advantage of the yatra and participate in the upcoming events.
