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Karnataka to work for farmers, women, youth says Governor
Bengaluru, July 2 (IANS) Unfolding the vision of the new JD-S-Congress collation government in Karnataka for the next five years, Governor Vajubhai Vala said all-out efforts would be made to help farmers, women and youth.
“My government is committed to the welfare and development of all sections of society, especially farmers, women, youth and the disadvantaged people,” he said in his first joint address to the state legislature after the new assembly’s constitution.
“Equitable programmes will be devised for the development of rural and urban areas. Measures will be taken to alleviate the distress of the farming community,” he said in his hour-long speech in Hindi.
Terming farmers the backbone of the state, the Governor said they would be equipped with latest farming technology for higher productivity.
Advocating Israeli model of agricultural practices, he said agri-officials will visit the fields and advise farmers on cultivation based on seasonal conditions and water availability.
“We need to bring reforms in agricultural practices and policies. Horticultural crops need to be encouraged to increase income and profits from them. Modern marketing, packaging and storage systems have to be adopted with a focus on export promotion,” he said.
Additional irrigation potential will be harnessed in the state with micro-irrigation system and tank-filling schemes would be extended across the state, he said, adding that Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition technology will be adopted to measure the flow of water in canals.
With the state the second in milk procurement, seventh in egg production and 11 in meat output in the country, a state fodder security policy will be drafted and a skin processing and training centre will be set up soon.
Meanwhile, job opportunities will be created for the youth who will be empowered with skill development. “As education is power, skill-based vocational training will be made part of education,” he said.
Asserting that law and order and safety of women were paramount across the state, the Governor said women’s strength in the police would be increased in the next 5 years.
He also said that the government will ensure holistic development of children through the anganawadi centres and implement nutrition programmes for pregnant and lactating women.
District Stree Shakthi federations have been formed and registered, while financial aid is being given to Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infected and affected children under ‘Vishesha Paalana’ scheme, he said.
Assuring of rolling out the state’s ambitious health insurance scheme (Arogya Karnataka) this year, Vala said health and wellness centres would be set up to offer quality primary healthcare services.
“The goal is to reduce maternal mortality rate and infant mortality rate to the lowest level in the country in the next seven years and focus on reproductive and child health,” he said.
Committing to ensure transparency in the public distribution system, Vala said online application for new ration cards and door-delivery have been introduced recently.
Meanwhile, noting that the state is first in the country in investment intent, the government is implementing the Karnataka industry policy to promote investment and create jobs for the needy.
–IANS
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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma
World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.
Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.
During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.
On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”
Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.
It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.
Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.
Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”
On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”
The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.
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