“Forest village residents will be granted rights to sell forest produce locally”: MP CM Mohan Yadav

Sheopur (Madhya Pradesh) [India], October 9 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav participated in a training and awareness conference for Joint Forest Management Committees in Veerpur, Sheopur district, on Wednesday.

He announced that forest village residents would be granted the rights to sell forest produce locally.

CM Yadav also dedicated and performed the Bhoomi Pujan for development projects worth Rs 57.42 crore, including upgrading the 30-bed Community Health Centre in Vijaypur tehsil to a 100-bed Civil Hospital. He stated that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, the state government is committed to the development of forest areas.

Addressing the event, CM Yadav said, “Proactive steps are being taken to foster forest development. All necessary support will be provided to forest residents, who coexist harmoniously with nature, including the right to sell forest produce locally. The PESA Act is being actively implemented across the state to support these initiatives. Under the leadership of PM Modi, comprehensive development for forest area residents is underway, with specific provisions to enable forest village residents to sell forest produce locally.”

The Chief Minister emphasised the state government’s dedication to forest development, announcing the inauguration and ceremonial launch of projects worth Rs 57 crore.

“Regional Industry Conclaves will be held regularly to boost industrial development across the state, as these events have proven beneficial. The government’s responsibility is to create employment opportunities for youth, and we pledge full support for their growth in sectors like agriculture and IT,” CM Yadav said.

He further reiterated the government’s commitment to supporting farmers and the underprivileged, with special benefits directed towards the tribal community. Veerpur will soon have a college, along with the upgradation of the Community Health Centre and the local hospital.

Additionally, he affirmed the government’s dedication to developing forest areas, recognising the forest communities who embody a “live and let live” philosophy, maintaining harmony with nature.

“The government’s steadfast commitment is to support the people in all areas of development, standing alongside the poor, farmers, women, and even the most remote villagers. Health services have been significantly expanded, with air ambulances now transporting patients from villages to major hospitals in cities. If required, provisions will also be made to send patients to Agra and Delhi for advanced care. These air ambulances will be equipped with doctors, nurses, essential medical equipment, and life-saving medications,” CM Yadav said.

He emphasised that the government is dedicated to the welfare of the poor, ensuring their health and well-being are prioritised.

CM Yadav further added that, in addition to promoting employment opportunities across various sectors, grants will be provided to villagers to boost milk production and support animal husbandry at the rural level. Similar to incentives on wheat and soybean, a bonus will also be offered for milk production.