Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav said that Vidisha district has long been a cradle of nationalist ideology and the karmabhoomi of eminent leaders like Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia, former Prime Minister Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee, and former Union Minister Late Sushma Swaraj. Today, this region is contributing significantly to agriculture, industry and trade. Ganjbasoda is moving steadily from heritage to development.
Under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the state government is committed to the welfare of farmers, the poor, women, and youth. Inspired by the ethos of Sanatan Dharma—Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah, Sarve Santu Niramayah and Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam—the government is working with full dedication to ensure that the benefits of development reach the last person in society.
The Chief Minister was addressing a public programme in Ganjbasoda, Vidisha district, where he inaugurated the newly constructed civil hospital along with several other development projects. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Minister of State for Animal Husbandry & Dairy (Independent Charge) Lakhan Patel were also present.
Dr. Yadav announced the opening of a new college in Tyonda, the declaration of Gyaraspur as a Nagar Panchayat, expansion of Ganjbasoda Municipal Council limits, and the establishment of nursing and paramedical colleges in Ganjbasoda. The programme began with the traditional Kanya Poojan.
Key Government Initiatives Highlighted
The Chief Minister said that various initiatives are being implemented for the welfare of farmers, women, and youth. Under the river-linking project, efforts are underway to expand irrigation and deliver water to every field. Through the Bhavantar scheme, soybean farmers are receiving fair prices directly in their bank accounts. Wheat procurement will also be done at ₹2,600 per quintal.
For women’s empowerment, the Ladli Behna Yojana monthly payment has been increased to ₹1,500. Under the Nari Shaktikaran Yojana, financial incentives are being provided to industries employing women to ensure they earn at least ₹5,000 per month. The state is committed to connecting every youth with employment and improving their quality of life.
Inauguration and Foundation Laying of Projects Worth ₹150 Crore
Dr. Yadav announced that Ganjbasoda received 54 development projects worth ₹150 crore. This includes the inauguration of the new 150-bed civil hospital constructed at a cost of ₹32.42 crore.
Other inaugurated projects include:
A bridge over the Jamandhar river (₹4 crore)
Multiple road projects totaling ₹13.21 crore
A 4 kV substation transformer (approx. ₹3 crore)
Tap water schemes in 11 villages (₹8 crore)
A 40-inmate barrack at Sub-jail Ganjbasoda (₹1.5 crore)
CHO residence and three sub-health centres (₹1.79 crore)
Foundation stones were laid for 28 projects worth ₹85.84 crore.
“No Effort Will Be Spared for Madhya Pradesh’s Development”: Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Union Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said that the Centre and State will work together to accelerate Madhya Pradesh’s growth. He said the state is witnessing a new chapter of development—across agriculture, industry, health, irrigation, roads, and drinking water.
He added that Vidisha and Basoda hold a deep emotional connection for him and that he will leave no stone unturned for the region’s development. He highlighted efforts to integrate agriculture with horticulture and animal husbandry for greater prosperity.
Chouhan suggested exploring the possibility of channeling Betwa river water into the Parashari river and emphasized that Basoda’s mineral resources and fertile soil could support significant industrial growth.
He urged citizens to adopt swadeshi, support drug de-addiction campaigns, and appreciated the state’s initiatives toward women’s empowerment.
Dignitaries Present
Basoda MLA Harisingh Raghuvanshi shared details on ongoing development works. Many public representatives, officials, farmers, and citizens were present, including district panchayat chairperson Geeta Raghuwanshi, and MLAs of Shamsabad, Sironj, Kurwai, and Vidisha.
Grand Welcome During Basoda Road Show
CM Dr. Mohan Yadav and Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan received a grand welcome during a roadshow in Basoda. Citizens showered flowers as the leaders traveled from Dharmkanta to the Government SGS College on a decorated chariot.
