Madhya Pradesh Approves ‘Brindavan Gram’ Scheme and Launches Statewide ‘Gita Bhavan’ Initiative

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The Madhya Pradesh government approved the 'Brindavan Gram' scheme, announced on Janmashtami, August 26.

An Overview of the  News

• The ‘Brindavan Gram’ scheme, led by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, will be implemented in one gram panchayat from each of the 313 blocks of the state.

• Key focus: Establishing gaushalas (cow sheds) to promote milk production and increase farmers' incomes.

Key Features of the ‘Brindavan Gram’ Scheme

• Promotion of Milk Production: Gaushalas will be set up in selected villages to enhance milk production.

• Solar Energy: Houses in the selected gram panchayats will be equipped with roof-top solar panels under the state’s solar policy.

• The scheme will be implemented by the Panchayat and Rural Development Department, with an official notification to be issued soon.

Launch of ‘Gita Bhavan’ Initiative

• The Madhya Pradesh government also approved the establishment of ‘Gita Bhavan’ in all urban bodies across the state.

• Purpose: To disseminate spiritual knowledge and teachings of scriptures and prominent personalities.

• Each centre will house spiritual literature, including the Bhagavad Gita and other works related to Lord Krishna.

Existing Gita Bhavan in Indore

• Madhya Pradesh currently has one ‘Gita Bhavan’ in Indore, which serves as a religious and cultural centre promoting the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita.

• It is a religiously neutral space that welcomes people from all faiths, featuring images and idols of various gods and depictions from the Puranas, Mahabharata, and Ramayana.

320th Birth Anniversary of Ahilyabai Holkar

• The state government approved the formation of an organising committee to plan celebrations for the 320th birth anniversary of Ahilyabai Holkar.

• Various events and programs will be conducted throughout the year to honour the Maratha Malwa queen, known for her visionary leadership.

About Madhya Pradesh

• In terms of area, it is the second largest state of India after Rajasthan.

• National Parks - Panna National Park, Pench National Park

• Wildlife Sanctuaries - Gangau Wildlife Sanctuary, Ghatigaon wildlife sanctuary

• Capital - Bhopal

• Chief Minister - Dr. Mohan Yadav

• Governor - Mangubhai C. Patel