Nashik (Maharashtra) [India], January 2 : Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan offered prayers along with his family at the Trimbakeshwar Temple in Nashik here on Friday.
Speaking after the darshan, Chouhan said, "I prayed to Lord Trimbakeshwar for the welfare of all, for everyone's well-being, and that God's blessings remain upon all."
Expressing his wishes for the nation's progress, the Union Minister said he hopes that India continues to move forward at an even faster pace.
He also prayed for a better future for farmers, poor families living in villages, and women, stating that it is his heartfelt wish that the lives of 'Ladli sisters', poor households, and farmers continue to improve.
Chouhan said that farmers in the country have achieved a record level of production. He added that the government is committed to ensuring that agricultural production increases further in the coming years and that farmers' income rises to more than double.
Earlier, the Minister said that this year's Rabi crops are witnessing a bumper harvest and expressed hope that farmers would be blessed with prosperity. Addressing reporters at a gathering in Shirdi, he said the government remains committed to the welfare of farmers, the poor, and village development.
The Union Minister stated that the vision of a "Viksit Bharat" can be realised through comprehensive village development. He highlighted the importance of the 'VB-G RAM G' scheme, saying it is capable of achieving holistic development in rural areas.
Shivraj Singh Chouhan said, "This year's Rabi crops are having a bumper harvest, and we hope that God's blessings will be upon the farmers, bringing them great prosperity. May this year be one of welfare for the poor and development for the villages. The 'Viksit Bharat' and 'VB-G RAM G' scheme is capable and competent in achieving complete village development, and today I am going to participate in a program under this very scheme."
Chouhan added that he would participate in a programme under the scheme, reiterating the government's focus on strengthening rural infrastructure, improving livelihoods, and ensuring inclusive growth across villages.