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PM Modi Launches 'Sankalp Saptaah' for Aspirational Blocks
ECONOMY & POLICY

PM Modi Launches 'Sankalp Saptaah' for Aspirational Blocks

25 Jun 2024 2 Min Read CW Team
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched the 'Sankalp Saptaah,' a week-long initiative aimed at accelerating development in India's aspirational blocks. This program focuses on driving holistic progress across 500 aspirational blocks, targeting key areas such as health, education, agriculture, and infrastructure.

During the inauguration, PM Modi emphasised the government's commitment to inclusive growth and the importance of addressing disparities in development. The 'Sankalp Saptaah' initiative is designed to bring together government officials, local leaders, and communities to collaboratively work on strategies that will uplift these blocks and improve the quality of life for residents.

Key activities during the 'Sankalp Saptaah' will include health camps, educational workshops, agricultural training sessions, and infrastructure development projects. These efforts aim to provide immediate benefits while laying the groundwork for sustainable long-term growth. The initiative also encourages community participation and ownership, ensuring that development efforts are aligned with local needs and priorities.

The program is part of the broader Aspirational Districts Programme, which seeks to transform some of the most underdeveloped regions of the country through focused interventions and partnerships. By extending this approach to the block level, the government aims to deepen its impact and reach more communities.

Union Ministers and state officials will be actively involved in the 'Sankalp Saptaah' activities, underscoring the collaborative effort required to achieve these ambitious goals. The initiative reflects the government's resolve to ensure that development is both inclusive and equitable, leaving no region behind.

Overall, 'Sankalp Saptaah' represents a significant step towards realising India's vision of balanced regional development, empowering communities, and fostering sustainable progress in aspirational blocks across the nation.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched the 'Sankalp Saptaah,' a week-long initiative aimed at accelerating development in India's aspirational blocks. This program focuses on driving holistic progress across 500 aspirational blocks, targeting key areas such as health, education, agriculture, and infrastructure. During the inauguration, PM Modi emphasised the government's commitment to inclusive growth and the importance of addressing disparities in development. The 'Sankalp Saptaah' initiative is designed to bring together government officials, local leaders, and communities to collaboratively work on strategies that will uplift these blocks and improve the quality of life for residents. Key activities during the 'Sankalp Saptaah' will include health camps, educational workshops, agricultural training sessions, and infrastructure development projects. These efforts aim to provide immediate benefits while laying the groundwork for sustainable long-term growth. The initiative also encourages community participation and ownership, ensuring that development efforts are aligned with local needs and priorities. The program is part of the broader Aspirational Districts Programme, which seeks to transform some of the most underdeveloped regions of the country through focused interventions and partnerships. By extending this approach to the block level, the government aims to deepen its impact and reach more communities. Union Ministers and state officials will be actively involved in the 'Sankalp Saptaah' activities, underscoring the collaborative effort required to achieve these ambitious goals. The initiative reflects the government's resolve to ensure that development is both inclusive and equitable, leaving no region behind. Overall, 'Sankalp Saptaah' represents a significant step towards realising India's vision of balanced regional development, empowering communities, and fostering sustainable progress in aspirational blocks across the nation.

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