What Preparations are Underway for PM Modi’s Programme in Bhopal on May 31?

Synopsis
Madhya Pradesh prepares for a grand event as PM Modi is set to honor Devi Ahilyabai Holkar's 300th birth anniversary. The 'Women Empowerment Programme' will see over 200,000 women in attendance, highlighting the government's achievements under Mohan Yadav. A pivotal occasion for women's initiatives is on the horizon.
Key Takeaways
- PM Modi's visit marks a significant event for women empowerment.
- Over 200,000 women are expected to participate.
- The event honors the 300th birth anniversary of Devi Ahilyabai Holkar.
- New women-centric programmes will be announced.
- Inauguration of Indore Metro Rail project will also take place.
Bhopal, May 21 (IAN) The Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Mohan Yadav, together with state BJP leader V. D Sharma, assessed the arrangements for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming appearance at Jamboori Maidan in Bhopal on May 31.
The gathering is set to honor the 300th birth anniversary of Devi Ahilyabai Holkar, the revered queen of Malwa. Over 200,000 women from various sectors across Madhya Pradesh are anticipated to be present at the event.
During the inspection, Bhopal district collector Kaushlendra Vikram Singh updated the Chief Minister on the status of preparations, focusing on the entry and exit gates as well as the seating arrangements for attendees.
The Chief Minister also provided essential directives to officials regarding these preparations.
This will mark PM Modi's first visit to Madhya Pradesh following Operation Sindoor, which was executed by the Indian armed forces to dismantle terrorist camps in PoK and Pakistan in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror incident.
In 2021, from the same venue at Jamboori Maidan, PM Modi had spoken at a massive rally for tribal communities, announcing numerous tribal-focused schemes in honor of the legendary freedom fighter Birsa Munda.
This time, the event is centered around women, with the Madhya Pradesh government set to unveil a variety of women-centric programmes, showcase existing beneficiary schemes aimed at women, and highlight achievements from the past 18 months under Mohan Yadav's administration.
The event is officially designated as the ‘Women Empowerment Programme’.
“PM Modi will engage in the women empowerment programme and women's conference on May 31, celebrating the 300th birth anniversary of Devi Ahilyabai Holkar,” stated senior minister Kailash Vijayvargiya during a press briefing on Tuesday.
During his visit to Bhopal, PM Modi will also inaugurate the initial phase of the Indore Metro Rail project and connect with Datia and Satna airports via video conferencing.
The first phase of the project spans 5.9 km, with metro services set to operate between Gandhi Nagar and Station No. 3 of the Super Corridor in Indore, the commercial hub of Madhya Pradesh.