‘NGOs, civil society vital for executing welfare schemes’

Jaipur: Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma emphasized the pivotal role of NGOs and civil society in implementing state welfare schemes during a prebudget dialogue at his office. He highlighted their grassroots operations, ensuring government benefits reach every citizen.

Sharma acknowledged NGOs’ expertise in areas like de-addiction, road safety, education, nutrition, and environmental protection. He further stressed incorporating their suggestions into the revised budget to enhance inclusivity and effectiveness.

CM Sharma re-affirmed the government’s commitment to a peoplecentric budget aligned with ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas.’

He outlined initiatives for uplifting weaker sections, empowering women, supporting farmers, and promoting youth welfare. Ministers Madan Dilawar, Avinash Gehlot, and Otaram Dewasi highlighted the Chief Minister’s Plantation Campaign, aimed at enhancing Rajasthan’s green cover with mission-mode implementation and stringent actions against drug mafias.