From Our Correspondent
AMPATI, Aug 31: Union Minister of State for Minority Affairs, Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, George Kurian, on Saturday visited South West Garo Hills district and assessed the progress of various developmental schemes there.
According to a statement here, the Union MoS held a meeting with the officials at district headquarters, Ampati, during which he reviewed the implementation of flagship programmes aimed at improving welfare across different sections of the population.
“The meeting, led by Deputy Commissioner Hema Nayak, provided an opportunity for district officers to update the Union MoS on the progress of welfare schemes and highlight key challenges in implementation. The discussion covered key issues, including the effective implementation of these programs to maximise their impact on the local population,” the statement said.
During the meeting, Kurian emphasised that his visit aligns with the central government’s Act East Policy, which focuses on inclusive and sustainable development.
During his tour of the district, the Union MoS also visited several facilities and engaged with beneficiaries.
The Union MoS also inspected Belbari Primary Health Centre (PHC) where he interacted with medical officers and staff to understand the healthcare services being provided.
He also engaged with the children and Anganwadi workers at Monabari Anganwadi Centre and took part in a plantation drive there.
Continuing his tour, the Union MoS visited the Village Organisation (VO) Office in Talbari, where he met self-help groups (SHGs) as well as beneficiaries.
He also praised the women SHGs for their innovative efforts in creating usable products from water hyacinth plants.
Kurian then concluded his visit at the Batajor Integrated Fish Farm, where he interacted with beneficiaries to understand the impact of the government’s initiatives on local fisheries.
