Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has said that with the blessings of Baba Mahakal, the upcoming Singhasth-2028 in Ujjain will surpass all previous records. Pilgrimage tourism will be further promoted in the city, and no effort will be spared in its development.
CM Dr. Yadav made the remarks while addressing the clay Ganesh idol distribution event organised by the Lokmanya Tilak Ganesh Utsav Maha-Ayojan Samiti in Ujjain on Wednesday. On the occasion, he extended his heartfelt greetings to the people of the state on Ganesh Chaturthi.
At the start of the event, the Chief Minister performed worship of Lord Shri Ganesh. He said that in Indian culture, Shri Ganesh is revered as the first deity to be worshipped. “Our tradition and nature give the message that there should be a clay Ganesh idol in every home,” he added, noting that the deity is considered the giver of wisdom and success, ensuring the accomplishment of auspicious works.
CM Dr. Yadav also highlighted the celebration of clay Ganesh idols as part of a ‘Swadeshi’ festival. “This is a festival of joy, with the blessings of God, both the nation and the state are progressing, which is a matter of pride,” he said. He further informed that Ujjain is undergoing continuous beautification work, including road construction and widening, the upcoming construction of flyovers, and a planned metro train connecting Pithampur, Indore, and Ujjain. He added that the Gopal Mandir Chowk will soon be expanded.
MLA Shri Anil Jain Kalukheda delivered the welcome address and briefed attendees about the event, stating that around 300 clay Ganesh idols are being distributed among various committees and organisations in the city.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav was warmly welcomed by MLA Shri Jain, Mayor Shri Mukesh Tatwal, Chairperson Smt. Kalavati Yadav, Shri Sanjay Agrawal, and others, who also presented him with a Ganesh idol.
The event was attended by Shri Vivek Joshi, Shri Roop Pamnani, Shri Rameshchandra Sharma, Shri Satyanarayan Khoiwal, Shri Vishal Rajoria, Shri Shivendra Tiwari, Shri Om Jain, and a large number of citizens. Shri Jagdish Panchal conducted the proceedings.