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From Remote Villages to Digital Classrooms: Union MoS Dr. Chandra Sekhar Highlights Grassroots Transformation in Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chowki

Emphasizes women-led development, digital empowerment, and saturation of welfare schemes under Aspirational Districts Programme

प्रविष्टि तिथि: 26 JUL 2025 7:12PM by PIB Raipur

Union Minister of State Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar described the transformation of remote tribal areas into digitally empowered, self-reliant communities as “a living testament to India’s grassroots progress.” During his visit to Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chowki under the Government of India’s Aspirational Districts Programme (ADP), the Minister lauded the role of women, digital infrastructure, and welfare schemes in accelerating inclusive development.

The visit, aimed at reviewing developmental indicators and engaging directly with citizens, underscored the Centre’s focus on last-mile delivery, digital literacy, and community-driven change.

Union MoS Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar held review meeting in Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chowki under Aspirational Districts Programme

High-Level Review and Policy Priorities

In a strategic review with district officials, Dr. Sekhar emphasized targeted action to address socio-economic and environmental challenges in the region. He called for 100% saturation of Central schemes like Amrit Sarovar, PMAY-G, MGNREGS, and PMGSY, urging real-time monitoring and timely execution.

Union MoS Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar inspected inspected PMGSY road work in Tumdikasa

Union MoS Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar visited PMAY-G benefeciary Ishwarlal Bideram

Infrastructure and Welfare: Direct Field Assessments

Inspecting PMGSY road construction in Tumdikasa near Manpur, the Minister highlighted how improved connectivity fuels both safety and livelihood opportunities. At Village Adjal, he interacted with PMAY-G beneficiaries Ishwarlal/Bideram, affirming that safe housing brings dignity to rural families.

Union MoS Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar visited PMAY-G benefeciary Ishwarlal Bideram

Women as the Backbone of Rural Growth

Dr. Sekhar engaged with Self Help Group (SHG) members under the DAY-NRLM (BIHAN), praising their financial discipline and enterprise. A symbolic Rakhi from SHG member Smt. Nageshwari Sinha marked a moment of mutual respect and emotional connection.

He also visited the home of Pashu Sakhi and Lakhpati Didi, Smt. Mahantin Kawaliya, acknowledging her as a model of women-led economic growth in rural India.

Union MoS Dr Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar Visited CHC Manpur & interacted with healthcare staff & patients

Strengthening Healthcare and Digital Access

At the CHC in Manpur, the Minister, himself a physician, praised the expanding public health network. At the Atal Seva Kendra, he observed citizens accessing digital services and emphasized their role in promoting digital literacy and trust in governance.

Union MoS Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekharvisited Swami Atmanand School & interacted with students

Advancing Tribal Education

Dr. Sekhar visited the Swami Atmanand Government School of Excellence, lauding the integration of smart classrooms and learning tools enabled by DMF and PM SHRI funds. He called the school a model of quality education in underserved regions.

Union MoS Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar visited Atal Seva Kendra in Manpur

Towards Viksit Bharat@2047

The visit highlighted the government’s resolve to build an inclusive, empowered India from the grassroots. Through a convergence of welfare schemes, digital tools, and women-led initiatives, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chowki is emerging as a beacon of aspirational district success.

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