Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis criticized Uddhav Thackeray, saying that the former CM does not understand politics and budgetary matters. He claimed that the current government, comprising the Shiv Sena-BJP-NCP (Ajit Pawar camp), would make a positive impact on the lives of ordinary citizens.
“Our previous chief ministers used to say that they do not understand politics, budget, cooperative sector and many other things. That’s why (Sharad) Pawar saheb has written in his book (autobiography) that he (Uddhav) doesn’t even know politics. But we know everything – budget, politics and economics,” Fadnavis said while speaking at the ‘Shasan Apalya Dari’ (Government at your doorstep) programme.
Speaking about the present leadership, he said, “…, we brought Eknath Shinde and now we have brought Ajit Dada (Pawar). Our government recently completed one year. In this period, we brought Maharashtra to the number one position in investment. Industry. This government has the confidence of the country and the industrial sector,” Fadnavis said.
Fadnavis praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi LeadershipThe government’s welfare schemes and poverty alleviation efforts were highlighted. He also listed various measures implemented by the state government since coming to power.
“We increased the honorarium of Anganwadi workers and Kotwals. We took decisions like 50 per cent concession for women in MSRTC bus travel and free travel for senior citizens (above 75 years). I hope this government fulfills all your expectations ” He added.
He said that an aid Rs 10,000 crore has been given to the farmers.
“With the ‘Namo Shetkari Yojana’, we gave 12,000 ( 6,000 more by the state government 6,000 by the Center to the farmers. With the ‘Mukhyamantri Saur Krishi Vahini Yojana’, we will meet the demand for power supply during the day,” Fadnavis said.
Speaking about the government programme, Fadnavis referred to Lord Ram as the god has a famous temple in Nashik.
“Government has come not only at your doorstep but also at Lord Ram’s court. Nashik is the land of Kumbh Mela. This program is the Kumbh Mela itself. This allows us to serve you as part of our endeavor to take the Government to the last man.
Notably, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar was on Friday allotted the key finance and planning portfolios, earlier held by Fadnavis, while eight other NCP leaders who joined him in the state cabinet a fortnight ago were also given important portfolios like cooperation The departments were given. and agriculture.
(with agency inputs)
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Updated: July 16, 2023, 08:11 AM IST